Life inside your cells

There are an incredible number of chemical reactions going on inside cells. Scientists grow cells in the laboratory so that they can study how cells work.

Cells alive

Every cell is independent and has a lot going on inside to keep it alive and working.

Inside cells

Cells are packed full of tiny structures called organelles that all have special jobs to do.

Laboratory cells

Scientists use special methods and equipment to mimic the conditions that cells have inside the body.

Growing cells

Growing cells in the laboratory is a very difficult task. Scientists spend a lot of time encouraging different type of cells to grow.