Lights & Fountains

Everyone starts life in a woman’s uterus which we develop during pregnancy.  Each side of the uterus has an ovary with thousands of human eggs.  Ea...

Deoxyribonucleic acid, or DNA, contains the genetic code that describes the physical characteristics of every known life form. Find out how DNA wor...

Everyone starts life in a woman’s uterus where we develop during pregnancy. The uterus is shaped like an inverted pear. The fallopian tubes are on ...

This wonderfully realistic plush representation of an adult human skull will have you thinking about life and enjoying your life in no time. Be tho...

Typhoid fever is caused by Salmonella enterica serotype Typhi bacteria.  Typhoid fever is contracted by the ingestion of contaminated food or water...

FACTS: The Kissing Disease, or mononucleosis, is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (named after its discovers Michael Epstein and Y. M. Barr.)  More...

FACTS: The clap, or gonorrhea, is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases. (The word "clap" comes from "clapier,” the old French word ...

There are over 250 different kinds of cold viruses! But rhinovirus is by far the most common. (Rhino means "nose" in Greek – think rhinoceros.) Wit...

RNA and its molecular cousin DNA are nucleic acids that carry the genetic code. RNA, or ribonucleic acid, acts as an intermediate messenger for gen...

FACTS: The pancreas lies behind the stomach and has two distinct roles. As an endocrine gland, it makes the hormones insulin and glucagon to contro...

Caffeine is a naturally occurring stimulant found in over 60 different plant species from cocoa and coffee beans to cola nuts and tea leaves. With ...

Gallstones are hardened clumps of bile. Bile is a dark green to yellowish brown fluid produced by the liver, stored in the gallbladder, and then de...

The two testicles are the primary reproductive organs in men. Also known as testes or male gonads, the testicles have two functions: production of...

Which came first: the chicken, or the egg -- or the Salmonella bacteria? Discovered in 1885 by American veterinarian Daniel E. Salmon, Salmonella b...

White Blood Cells obliterate foreign substances (bacteria, viruses) that attack the body from the outside. Neutrophils account for more than half o...

Though the word “anthrax” conjures up fearsome thoughts of biological weapons, anthrax is a once-common disease caused by the spore-forming bacteri...

Indulge in the charm of our GiantMicrobe House Fly, adorned with pearl and silver wings, brilliant eyes, and a crested head—a delightful addit...

This sensation can lead to desperation, so make some preparations for this situation, or else you'll face dehydration! This adorable plush represen...

Millions of people get Measles every year, despite a vaccine that's spot-on.  Spread awareness with this adorable plush measles virus. GIANTmicrobe...

FACTS: The spleen is a brave little organ nestled near the stomach. It is the largest organ of the lymphatic system. This is the body’s drainage sy...

Adrenaline, also known as epinephrine, is a hormone crucial for the body’s fight-or-flight response. It is mainly produced in the adrenal glands as...

Meet RSV, or respiratory syncytial virus.  You have probably already been exposed to RSV before your second birthday.  It is one of the most common...

Do you have a favorite bookworm?  We do!  And our book-lover is sure to interest just about any bibliophile. FACTS: Lots of microorganisms like to ...

GIANTmicrobes plush representation of Autism helps educate, spread awareness, and encourage discussions about vitally important topics in health an...