Why This Matters
Human Atlas turns the CC BY-licensed BodyParts3D reference model into a browser-based, fully interactive anatomy explorer, no accounts or API keys required. That lowers the cost of anatomy visualization tools for students, educators, and developers who previously relied on proprietary medical software. It also shows how much 3D interactivity is now feasible in a plain web app built on React and Three.js.
Key Takeaways
- 2,234 individually selectable meshes across 15 anatomical systems, with search over 3,432 named concepts.
- Fully open and self-hostable: runs locally on Node.js 22.13+, builds to a static site, and needs no API keys.
- Trade-offs are stated up front: geometry simplified for browser speed (~2.29M triangles, ~33 MB download), based on a single adult male reference, with no physical-device or multitouch testing yet.
Human Atlas
An interactive 3D anatomy explorer built with React, Three.js, and shadcn/ui. Take the BodyParts3D adult male reference apart into 2,234 individually selectable meshes, explore 15 anatomical systems, and search 3,432 named concepts.
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Orbit, zoom, and select structures directly on the body.
Toggle individual systems or use skeleton and organ presets.
Move from assembled anatomy to a spaced inventory of every visible piece.
Search anatomical names and source identifiers.
Isolate a selected structure and read its details.
Use compact controls and detail panels on mobile.
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