NanoArtography 2025 Where Nanoscience Meets Art

The Beauty of Science at the Nanoscale

Science is often seen as numbers, equations, and instruments—but hidden within nanoscience lies extraordinary beauty. NanoArtography, founded in 2016 by Prof. Babak Anasori, celebrates this hidden artistry by transforming nanoscale research images into stunning visual masterpieces. Over the years, the competition has grown into an international platform, with researchers and artists from 20+ countries showcasing their nano-inspired visuals.

Now entering its 2025 edition, NanoArtography continues to bridge the gap between science, engineering, and art—inviting participants from all walks of life to explore the aesthetics of the microscopic world.

Contest Overview

• Submission Deadline: September 30, 2025

• Winners Announced: November 2025

• Eligibility: Open to everyone (students, researchers, artists, and enthusiasts)

• Organizer: Dr. Anasori & Anasori Lab, Purdue University

• Sponsors: Birck Nanotechnology Center, Purdue University Schools of Mechanical & Materials Engineering, and A.J. Drexel Nanomaterials Institute

Awards & Prizes

NanoArtography 2025 introduces a new category for Human-AI Nanoart, in addition to traditional nanoart submissions.

Human-Generated Nanoart Prizes:

• Best of Show: $1,500

• 1st Place: $700

• 2nd Place: $300

• 3rd Place: $100

• People’s Choice: $500

• Special People’s Choice Awards: $100 each (Drexel, Purdue Materials, Birck Nano Center)

Human–AI Nanoart Prize:

• Best Human–AI Collaboration: $100

How the Judging Works

• Entries are reviewed anonymously by an expert panel of scientists, engineers, and artists.

• Judges are not provided with the names or affiliations of the participants during evaluation.

• After the jury phase, select entries are featured on the NanoArtography Instagram page, where the People’s Choice Award is determined by public votes (likes).

Why Participate?

1. Global Exposure – Showcase your nano-inspired creativity to an international audience.

2. Recognition & Prizes – Win awards judged by experts in science and art.

3. Cross-Disciplinary Experience – Connect with researchers, artists, and enthusiasts across fields.

4. Inspire & Educate – Transform complex nanoscience into visuals that engage the public.

Legacy of NanoArtography

Launched in 2016 at A.J. Drexel Nanomaterials Institute and expanded to Purdue University in 2019, NanoArtography has become a unique meeting point for scientific research and artistic imagination. Each year, the competition highlights the fascinating interplay of form, structure, and color at the nanoscale—images often generated from electron microscopy or advanced imaging tools but reinterpreted through an artistic lens.

How to Enter

1. Visit the official submission portal:

2. Review the rules and guidelines before submission.

3. Upload your nanoart image (human-generated or human–AI collaboration).

4. Stay tuned for updates and announcements on the official Instagram page.

Final Thoughts

NanoArtography 2025 isn’t just a contest—it’s a celebration of creativity at the intersection of science and art. Whether you’re a nanoscientist, engineer, artist, or curious enthusiast, this is your chance to showcase how beauty can be found in the smallest building blocks of matter.

🔗 Submit your entry today at :  nanoartography.org