Cell death in microscope (IMAGE)

Umea University

Cell death in microscope

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Under the microscope, it is possible to see for the first time how microalgae undergo the same type of programmed cell death as animal cells. (Microalga Guillardia theta in purple and apoptotic bodies as small dots.)

 

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Luisa Fernanda Corredor Arias

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