3D cell models from microscope images.

Upload a microscope photo and get an interactive 3D model in under a minute — for AP Bio, IB HL, MCAT, USMLE.

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Upload your own microscope reference and we'll generate it in 3D.

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From a flat photo to a model you can turn around

No modelling software and no waiting — upload an image and get an interactive 3D cell in three steps.

  1. 1

    Upload a microscope photo

    Any light- or electron-microscope image of a cell — a textbook figure or your own slide.

  2. 2

    AI identifies the cell

    It recognises the cell type and its structures, then builds the matching 3D model in under a minute.

  3. 3

    Explore and share in 3D

    Rotate, zoom, annotate, and embed it in slides — or publish it to the community.

From the community

Real 3D cells generated by students like you.

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Explore the cell library

30 cells, each with a 3D model and a written guide — structure, function, and exam tips for AP Bio, IB HL, MCAT, and USMLE.

Browse all 30 cells →

Who it’s for

Students

Turn the flat diagrams in your textbook into something you can rotate and actually understand — then test yourself before the exam.

Teachers

Generate a model from the figure you already teach with, then embed it in your slides or LMS with one snippet.

Curious self-learners

Bring your own microscope photos to life, save them to your library, and share them with the community.

Frequently asked questions

How does Cell Forge turn a 2D photo into a 3D model?

You upload a microscope image; the AI recognises the cell type and its visible structures, then generates an interactive 3D model you can rotate, zoom, and label. It usually takes under a minute.

What kind of images work best?

A clear light- or electron-microscope image where the cell fills most of the frame works best — a textbook figure, a lab slide photo, or a stained section. Blurry or very crowded fields give weaker results.

Which cells and courses are supported?

Thirty cell types — organelles, blood cells, neurons, muscle, epithelial, and more — each mapped to AP Bio, IB HL, A-Level, MCAT, and USMLE topics, with a written guide on every cell page.

Is the 3D model scientifically accurate?

The model is a curriculum-accurate illustration of that cell type — the right structures in realistic proportions — rather than a literal reconstruction of the exact specimen in your photo. Think of it as a teaching figure you can hold and turn.

Can I use it for teaching or put it in my slides?

Yes. Every model has an embed snippet, so you can drop a live, rotatable cell into your slides, website, or LMS. Classroom use is encouraged.

Is it free?

You get one free generation a month on a free account. Pro and Studio plans raise that limit, and credit packs cover one-off bursts. Browsing the cell library and the community gallery is always free.