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ARVO Scientific Image Contest

ARVO Scientific Image Contest 


Launched in 2016, ARVO's annual Scientific Image Contest provides a wonderful opportunity for members to promote the vision research community through engaging imagery produced in their lab.

The winning entry this year will:

  • Earn a $300 Amazon gift card 
  • Be displayed during the ARVO 2026 Annual Meeting and at other educational and promotional events organized or attended by ARVO.

VOTING IS NOW OPEN 

Thank you to everyone who submitted such stunning entries for the 2025 ARVO Scientific Image Contest. More than 30 ARVO members participated and 11 finalists were selected. Now it's time for you to choose the winner!

View the slide show of finalists (click the comment bubble at the top left of each slide for the image description) and vote for your favorite by Nov. 14.

Vote now

ARVO Scientific Image Contest Gallery

Enjoy entries from past winners of the Scientific Image Contest, plus honorable mentions:

Download gallery images with full descriptions