Unraveling the Mechanisms of HIV-1 Nuclear Import

A two-panel scientific visualization of cellular imaging. The left panel shows a high-magnification 2D view of a blue-stained cell nucleus surrounded by a dense field of small, glowing green and red fluorescent dots. The right panel displays a 3D reconstruction of the same data within a grid-lined box, showing the spatial distribution of the green particles as they cluster around and within the larger purple and blue nuclear structures.

Label: Unraveling the Mechanisms of HIV-1 Nuclear Import
Artist: Asha Maria Mathew
Description: The picture features HIV localization inside the TZMbl cell nucleus. Green dots represent the virus, and the nuclear speckle proteins SON and CPSF6 are blue and red in color. We are passionately studying our bit to understand the interaction of HIV-1 with different cellular proteins. As you see this image, I hope you take time to reflect on strategies for creating collective impact towards destigmatizing HIV/AIDS and working towards finding a cure. Let’s stop HIV together. Left: HIV localization inside the TZMbl cell nucleus. Right: 3D image of the same cell.
Type: Microscope
Artist Affiliation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Department: Biological Science
Area of Research: Virology
Research Group Site: Dr. Ashwanth Francis
Date: 2023