Microscope images of human ashes reveal galaxy-like patterns

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Human ashes, when viewed under a microscope using a specific artistic process, can appear to resemble colorful galaxies. These images are created by memorial art company Innerstela, which uses a patented microscopy method to capture light-reflecting patterns within human and animal ashes. The artistic process, inspired by the artist's father's ashes, utilizes epifluorescence microscopy to reveal vibrant colors and patterns, though the resemblance to galaxies is subjective.


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