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Ink droplets in motion win Nikon Small World contest

Original: Ink droplets in motion snag top prize in Nikon Small World contest

A photomicrograph capturing ink droplets in motion has taken first place in Nikon's 2026 Small World photomicrography competition. The annual contest celebrates images taken through microscopes, and this year's winning shot drew attention for turning a simple fluid interaction into striking art. Readers are sharing the image widely and debating it alongside other standout entries from this year's field.

Why now: The annual announcement of Nikon's microscopy contest winners reliably draws attention for revealing the hidden beauty of everyday phenomena.

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