A celebration of science through the lens of creativity!
European Researchers' Night 2025 Photo Contest
Welcome to the European Researchers' Night 2025 Photo Contest, a celebration of science through the lens of creativity!
The European Researchers' Night (ERN) is a flagship initiative of the European Commission, running since 2005 under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions. Held simultaneously in over 30 countries and 300 cities across Europe, this event bridges the gap between cutting-edge research and the public, fostering a deeper understanding of how science shapes our world.
This Year's Theme:
Science for a Sustainable Future
Join us in exploring how research addresses the world's most pressing challenges—from environmental protection to economic growth and social equity. This year’s contest invites you to capture the transformative impact of science in everyday life.
Where is Earth expanding to, by Ana Pinheiro
2025 Edition
JOIN US!
Explore how research tackles global challenges like environmental protection, economic growth, and social equity. This year’s contest invites you to showcase science's transformative impact on daily life.
More info is below ⤵
2023
A vision of unique perspectives
The #ERN2023 Photo Competition invited everyone to submit up to two original photos under the theme ‘Science for Everyone – Sustainability and Inclusion’.
2022
Creativity was celebrated
#ERN2022 Photo Competition celebrated the fusion of science, technology, and art, sparking diverse conversations and inspiring ideas
WELCOME to the ‘nanoworld’
Why Participate?
For the Public and Schools: Highlight how science influences our daily lives and the vital role it plays in creating a better future.
For Scientists: Showcase your research to the public, gain new perspectives, and inspire the next generation of innovators.
Contest Details:
Who Can Enter: Open to all science enthusiasts—students, teachers, researchers, and the general public.
Submission Period: 15 January 2025 to 15 March 2025.
How to Enter: Submit your best photo that reflects the theme “Science for a Sustainable Future” through our online form [Insert Submission Link].
Judging Criteria: Creativity, relevance to the theme, and overall impact.
Prizes: Exciting awards for the top entries! Winners will also have their photos showcased during the European Researchers' Night in Braga.
Why It Matters?
This contest is more than a celebration of science—it’s a platform to:
Showcase the importance of scientific careers and investment.
Highlight how researchers address global challenges.
Strengthen the connection between science and society.
Let’s inspire curiosity, celebrate innovation, and bring science closer to everyone!
Submit your photo now!
Be part of this year’s European Researchers' Night and see your work displayed alongside exciting activities and groundbreaking research. Together, we can celebrate the transformative power of science!
Photo credits: Inner Light by Claudia Ruiz
