Story highlights Instagram is a useful source for ground-breaking facts and discoveries

There are hundreds of Universities and Institutes to follow for a window into their world

Here are a pick of the best out there to keep your mind in awe

CNN Frontiers profiles the scientists making extraordinary breakthroughs that will impact the world as we know it.

(CNN) Instagram can provide a window into a whole new world of discovery.

For many, it's a showcase of beauty and inspiration, or a chance to view the world -- or universe -- through other people's eyes. This can include the eyes of a scientist.

By picking the right accounts, you could tailor what you see to enter a pocket of scientific discovery you may never have known about.

We have put together a pick of our favorite accounts that will keep you posted on the latest updates, as well as make you stop in awe at their captivating images.