Photographs of the foetus developing in the womb, by Lennart Nilsson
November 6th, 2009
Advanced technology now allows even clearer and more magnified images. Some of these pictures were taken with conventional cameras with macro lenses, while others were taken with the use of an endoscope. Scanning electron microscope technology enabled Nilsson to take pictures at a magnification of hundreds of thousands. Read the full article with all 7 photos here.
Eight weeks. The rapidly-growing embryo is well protected in the foetal sac
18 weeks: Approximately 14cm. The foetus can now perceive sounds from the outside world
Photos by Lennary Nillson
The remainder of the gallery by Lennary Nillson (7 photos total) can be seen here.