The trunk of each 'Christmas tree' (a transcription unit) represents a DNA molecule; the tree branches (granular strings attached to the DNA) are RNA molecules that have been transcribed from the DNA.

To prepare the 46 chromosomes of a human cell for transport ... in high resolution under the microscope using a new chromatin ...

A chromosome is a single, long molecule of DNA. These highly ... a point called the centromere. Human chromosomes can be differentiated from one another under a microscope by their lengths and ...

Let's take a look at how to observe cells under a microscope. No prizes for guessing ... This series of short films examines the human body through spectacular graphics based on the latest science ...

DNA microscope creates 3D images of organisms from the inside out. (Image: Weinstein Lab, University of Chicago) ...

mutant or wild-type KRAS—in isolated DNA, colon cancer cell lines, and human tumor samples. They then used the cell phone–based microscope to image the resulting sequencing products. The significance: ...