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The Nikon Small World Competition first began in 1975 as a means to recognize and applaud the efforts of those involved with photography through the light microscope. Since then, Small World has become a leading showcase for photomicrographers from the widest array of scientific disciplines.

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In 2011, Nikon announced that it would begin accepting movies taken through the microscope as a new category in the 37th annual Nikon Small World Photomicrography Competition. This new category, titled Small World in Motion, encompasses any movie or digital time-lapse photography taken through the microscope and adds a new, distinct discipline to the competition.

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The scientists, artists, researchers, educators and everyday curious individuals who uncover the fascinating microscopic world around us. In our latest edition, ten-time Small World winner Dr. Nancy Kedersha discusses the art and science of sample preparation.

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Small World veteran Dr. Igor Siwanowicz took second place in the 2024 Photomicrography Competition for his composite image of three single-cell freshwater protozoans, sometimes called "trumpet animalcules.”

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Nikon's MicroscopyU website features technical support and timely information about all aspects of optical microscopy, photomicrography, and digital imaging.

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Nikon Instruments is a leader in microscope-based optical and imaging technologies for the life sciences and part of the Nikon Healthcare Business Division.

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