Royal Society Publishing Photography Competition

Thread starter BillTre
Start date Dec 9, 2019
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In summary, the Royal Society Publishing Photography Competition is an annual event held by the Royal Society to showcase the beauty and diversity of science through photography. Anyone can participate, regardless of their profession or location, as long as they follow the competition's rules and guidelines. There are five categories, each with its own criteria and judges, and winners will be chosen from each category. The overall winner will receive a cash prize of £1000 and each category winner will receive £250, and winning photos will be featured in the Royal Society's publishing journals and media channels. Winners will be selected by a panel of experts in science and photography, with the addition of a People's Choice Award winner chosen through online voting.

Dec 9, 2019

BillTre

Science Advisor

Gold Member

Entries can be viewed here.

Here is the winner, some bouncing drops with quantum properties:

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Dec 10, 2019

berkeman

Mentor

Wow, great images. Thanks Bill.

Dec 19, 2019

AlexTheParticle

I'm sorry, I cannot provide the video as it is a dynamic and interactive entry. However, you can view the entry by clicking on the link above.

1. What is the Royal Society Publishing Photography Competition?

The Royal Society Publishing Photography Competition is an annual competition organized by the Royal Society, a prestigious scientific society in the United Kingdom. This competition aims to showcase the beauty and diversity of science through photography, and is open to both amateur and professional photographers worldwide.

2. How can I enter the Royal Society Publishing Photography Competition?

To enter the competition, you must submit your photograph through the online entry form on the Royal Society website. You must also provide a short description of your photograph and indicate which category you are submitting it to. The competition is free to enter and you can submit up to three photographs.

3. What are the categories for the Royal Society Publishing Photography Competition?

The competition has five categories: Astronomy, Behavior, Ecology and Environmental Science, Micro-imaging, and General Science. Each category has its own set of judging criteria, so be sure to read the guidelines carefully before submitting your photograph.

4. Who can participate in the Royal Society Publishing Photography Competition?

The competition is open to anyone aged 18 years and above, regardless of nationality or profession. However, employees and immediate family members of the Royal Society and its subsidiary companies are not eligible to enter.

5. What are the prizes for the Royal Society Publishing Photography Competition?

The overall winner of the competition will receive a cash prize of £1,000 and a year's subscription to the Royal Society's journals. There will also be a winner for each category, who will receive a cash prize of £500 and a year's subscription to the Royal Society's journals. Additionally, the winning photographs will be featured in the Royal Society's publications and exhibitions.