Exploring the miniature world
ISSN 1365 - 070x
Issue 24: October 1997
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Next update November 13th
with topical news throughout the month
Image derived from a photo' taken by Jan Parmentier of the marine diatom Triceratium favus.
Articles This Month
| 'Those who live in glass houses' - a gentle introduction to diatoms, illustrated by superb line drawings |
| Very basic photomicrography - you don't need expensive 'kit' to have a go |
| My microscopes - a 12 year old enthusiast shares her interest in microscopy |
| Fern flora on a garden wall - look for ferns in your garden |
| Beginners tips on collecting and studying protozoa - with links to Micscape articles describing common types |
| Portable microscopes - a collector describes and illustrates nine favourites |
| Three-dimensional photography through the Microscope - simple techniques described |
| Image of the Month - marine diatom photo' gallery |
| Topical tips - send us your hints and tips, here's a few to kick off |
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