Scanning electron micrograph of bullfrog hamstring
For decades, researchers have used the American bullfrog, Rana catesbeiana, as a model for studying the physiology and biomechanics of skeletal muscles. Thanks to its disproportionately large skeletal muscles, this common amphibian has played a critical role in helping to build the knowledge base for understanding how these muscles work in other organisms, including humans.
More information: directorsblog.nih.gov/2017/01/12/snapshots-of-life-an-ele...
Credit: David Sleboda and Thomas Roberts, Brown University, Providence, RI
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NIH funding from: National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases
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Scanning electron micrograph of bullfrog hamstring
For decades, researchers have used the American bullfrog, Rana catesbeiana, as a model for studying the physiology and biomechanics of skeletal muscles. Thanks to its disproportionately large skeletal muscles, this common amphibian has played a critical role in helping to build the knowledge base for understanding how these muscles work in other organisms, including humans.
More information: directorsblog.nih.gov/2017/01/12/snapshots-of-life-an-ele...
Credit: David Sleboda and Thomas Roberts, Brown University, Providence, RI
This image is not owned by the NIH. It is shared with the public under license. If you have a question about using or reproducing this image, please contact the creator listed in the credits. All rights to the work remain with the original creator.
NIH funding from: National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases
This image was a winner of the FASEB 2016 BioArt competition.