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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

The 2026 Nikon Small World photomicrography contest has awarded its top prize to an image capturing ink droplets in motion under a microscope. The winning micrograph is being shared widely, with readers praising the combination of scientific technique and artistic composition. Nikon's annual contest showcases extreme close-up photography, and this year's winner highlights how everyday fluids can produce striking visuals at microscopic scale.

Why now: The announcement of the 2026 contest winner is new and the winning image is visually striking.

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