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Nikon Small World in Motion names new winner after AI disqualification

Original: AI disqualification yields new Nikon Small World in Motion winner New winner is Nguyen Nam Nhat of Vietnam for video of

Nikon's Small World in Motion photomicrography competition has changed winners after the original entry was disqualified for using AI. The new winner is Nguyen Nam Nhat of Vietnam, recognised for a video capturing a roundworm alongside a single-celled Dileptus predator. The case highlights growing scrutiny over AI manipulation in scientific imaging contests.

Why now: The disqualification of an entry for AI use in a major science imaging competition raises fresh questions about AI's role in authentic scientific media.

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• AI disqualification yields new Nikon Small World in Motion winner New winner is Nguyen Nam Nhat of Vietnam for video of a roundworm and single-celled Dileptus. https:// arstechnica.com/science/2026/1 0/winning-nikon-small-world-in-motion-video-disqualified-for-ai-use/ # Tech #… · techwire@gamefan.net · 1

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