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Female Anopheles simplex, magnified under the microscope
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Female Anopheles simplex, magnified under the microscope
Female Anopheles simplex, magnified under the microscope. Date of Photograph:1890-1914 ca
Roster, Giorgio,Roster, Giorgio
RGD-S-00B16c-5618
Media ID 33224329
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Arthropods General Biology Insects Invertebrates Mathematical And Natural Sciences Microbiology Slides Mosquito Research Subjects Zoology And Zootechnics
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This print showcases a magnified view of a Female Anopheles simplex, taken under the microscope by Giorgio Roster. Dating back to the late 19th or early 20th century (1890-1914 ca), this image holds immense historical significance in the field of microbiology and research subjects. The photograph belongs to a collection of microscopy slides that were used for studying general biology, specifically focusing on mathematical and natural sciences. The subject matter revolves around mosquitoes, insects, arthropods, invertebrates, animals, zoology, and zootechnics. Anopheles simplex is one of the many species belonging to the Anopheles genus known for transmitting malaria parasites. This particular female specimen was meticulously captured at an incredibly high magnification level using advanced microscopic techniques available during that era. The intricate details visible in this photograph provide valuable insights into the anatomy and morphology of these disease-carrying insects. Researchers would have relied on such images to study their life cycles, feeding habits, reproductive processes, and other crucial aspects related to their role as vectors for diseases like malaria. Giorgio Roster's expertise in capturing scientific imagery shines through this remarkable piece. His meticulous attention to detail enables viewers today to appreciate both the aesthetic beauty and scientific importance of this microcosmic world. As we delve into history through photographs like these from Alinari's collection, we gain a deeper understanding not only of our past but also how far we have come in unraveling nature's mysteries.
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