Microscopy Artistry at Drexel Materials Characterization Day

Explore the fascinating intersection of science and art with microscopy at Drexel Materials Characterization Day. Discover how artistic expressions and visual elements are unveiled through the lens of a microscope, contributing to advancements in sustainability energy solutions in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

We are excited to announce that the Drexel Materials Characterization Day on May 14, 2025 will feature a Microscopy Artist Contest, highlighting the intersection of science and art through your imaging work.

 

We invite you to submit artistically modified scientific images that showcase your research.

 

Submission Guidelines:

  • Generative imaging (AI-generated visuals) is not permitted.
  • Submissions may be made individually or as a team.
  • Each person/team may submit up to three entries total. (A team submission also counts toward an individual’s submission limit.)
  • Accepted formats: JPG, JPEG, PNG, or TIF, minimum 300 DPI, and no larger than 10 MB per file.

 

Each submission must include:

  • A title
  • A brief description (maximum 100 words) highlighting both the scientific significance and artistic appeal of the image
  • A statement of ownership confirming that all parts of the artwork are original (not included in the word count). Use of generative text is allowed.
  • Description of equipment used (tool/instrument/software) as well as the composition of the materials.

 

Entries will be evaluated by our contest committee.

 

A special prize featured by Thermo Fisher will be awarded to a submission that features work done using the Thermo Fisher Apreo 2S SEM.

 

Submit your images by May 5, 2025 to the following email address:

microscopyartist@gmail.com

 

To participate in the contest, you need to be registered for the Drexel Materials Characterization Day and attend in person:

https://www.drexelmaterialscharacterizationday.com

 

We look forward to seeing your science through an artistic lens!

Join the Vision

Our microscopy art aims to convey the message of scientific artistry and sustainable innovation to a broad audience. Be part of the vision at Drexel Materials Characterization Day, located in the Bossone Research Center, Drexel University.