Microglia (green) are immune cells that reside next to neurons (cyan) and cluster around optic axons (red) as they exit the retina (mouse).
2012 Photomicrography Competition
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Dr. Alejandra Bosco Dr. Monica L. Vetter
- Affiliation
- University of Utah
Department of Neurobiology & Anatomy
Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
- Technique
- Magnifaction
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