Incredible microscopic photos from Nikon's "Small World" competition
Digital Reporter
Friday, October 24, 2014, 4:24 PM -
Nikon's Small World competition represents the perfect marriage of technology and art.
The annual celebration features the best of photomicrography, i.e., photos taken through a microscope.
Founded in 1975, the competition has grown to become a global showcase of science photography.
But you don't have to be a researcher to take part. The contest is open to anyone that can capture a great image (or video) through a microscope.
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In the past, there have been entrants from dozens of countries -- and according to Nikon, winners have included "both professionals and hobbyists."
If you'd like to take part in this year's celebration, you have until April 15, 2015 to submit a piece.
You can read more about the competition on Nikon's website.
In the meantime, here are some jaw-dropping entrants from previous years.
Dr. Jan Michels (2013), Adhesive pad on a foreleg of a ladybird beetle (20x)
Dr. Paul Appleton (2006), Cell nuclei of the mouse colon (740x)
Karl Deckart (1994), Electronic microchip (10x)
Robert C. Beebe (1977), Crystallized copper sulfate electroplating solution on copper (25x)
Pentti J. Alho (1987), M.Sc. Snow crystal (20x)
Ian Walker (2004),Silkworm trachea (40x)
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