2021 Nikon Small World winners
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A leaf, a louse and neurons all take center stage in this year's annual Nikon Small World microscopy contest. The winners, made up of scientists, professional photographers and hobbyists, used a light microscope and other photographic techniques to capture their subjects and showcase the microscopic beauty within. To see all submissions and learn further about the contest visit their website. A southern live oak leaf.