Faces of Biology Photo Contest

Communicate Science Through Imagery

Biological research is transforming our society and the world. Help the public and policymakers to better understand these broader impacts in biological research by entering the Faces of Biology: Broader Impacts Photo Contest.

About the Contest

The theme of the contest is broader impacts of biology. Photographs entered into the contest should demonstrate how biological research is transforming our society and the world. Examples of broader impacts include, but are not limited to, informing natural resources management, improving human health, addressing climate change, enhancing food or energy security, advancing foundational knowledge, and improving science education.

Prizes

Prizes will be awarded to one First Place Winner, one Second Place Winner, and one Third Place Winner.

The First Place Winner will have his/her winning photo featured on the cover of BioScience, and will receive $250 and a one year membership in AIBS, including a subscription to BioScience.

The Second and Third Place Winners will have his/her winning photo printed inside BioScience, and will receive a one year membership in AIBS, including a subscription to BioScience.

The contest ends on September 30, 2013 at 11:59:59 pm Eastern Time. Winners will be announced in December. Click here to read the official rules.

Past Contests

2012: Faces of Biology: Teaching and Learning Photo Contest

• 2012 Winning Photos
• Photos in the May 2013 issue of BioScience.

2011: Faces of Biology Photo Contest

• 2011 Winning Photos
• Photos in the May 2012 issue of BioScience.

If you have any questions regarding the contest, please contact Ali Hochberg.