(IMAGE) Kobe University Caption Cell distribution of terpenoid indole alkaloids (TIAs) within a section of stem cell tissue for Catharanthus roseus, is illustrated by imaging mass spectrometry. The compounds move between cells during the metabolic process to create secondary metabolites. Stem section fluorescent image (EC: epidermal cells, IC: idioblast cells, LC: lacticifer cells, PC: parenchyma cells). Credit Kobe University Usage Restrictions Under embargo until March 21st 03:00 US Eastern Time License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.