Park Systems
Nano Image Challenge 2025
Challenge the Way You See the Nano World
The Park Systems Nano Image Challenge 2025 invites scientists, researchers, and innovators to reveal the hidden beauty of the nanoscale world. Share your most captivating AFM images that highlight the artistry within science and the precision of nanotechnology. Submissions will be reviewed by a panel of experts, and selected winners will receive exclusive prizes. Winning images may also be featured across Park Systems’ global marketing channels, website, and social media.
Prizes
Overall Image of the Year
– Top 1 among the below 9 teams
Scientific Value Image – 3 teams
Aesthetic Image – 3 teams
Creative Experiment Image – 3 teams
All winning entries will be featured in NS Magazine, on our website, newsletter, and social media channels.
Category & Prize Details
| Category | Prize | Number of Winners |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Image of the Year | iPad Air 11 (128GB) + Canvas print of your work |
1 among the below 9 Teams |
| Scientific Value Image |
– Choose 1 |
3 teams each |
| Aesthetic Image | (same options as above) – Choose 1 + NANOscientific Magazine Interview |
3 teams each |
| Creative Experiment Image | (same options as above) – Choose 1 + NANOscientific Magazine Interview |
3 teams each |
* The winner of the Overall Image of the Year only receives an iPad Air 11 (128GB).
Submission Guidelines
- Submit high-resolution images in TIFF format(Main and Sub), with each file not exceeding 20 MB in size.
- Labels or annotations are permitted; however, the committee may request the original file (RAW or unprocessed version) for verification purposes.
- Please include a short description (less than 200 words) explaining the sample, scientific context, and research background.
Eligibility
- The challenge is open to individuals aged 18 and above.
- Participants must capture their images using Park Systems AFM instruments.
- All submitted images must be original creations produced by the participant.
- Employees of Park Systems, its subsidiaries, affiliates, and their immediate family members are not eligible to participate.
Judging Criteria
- Scientific significance.
- Visual appeal and artistic quality.
- Originality and innovation.
- Clarity of the accompanying description.
Challenge Timeline
- Submission: November 01 ~ 30, 2025
- Evaluation: December 01 ~ 05, 2025
- Winner Announcement: December 10, 2025