Scientists, researchers, and students from Martin Luther University and regional institutions are invited to submit their best scientific images — from microscopy to data visualizations. Selected entries will be displayed in a four-week public exhibition, culminating in a live pitch night at the planetarium.
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21. Apr. 2026
Image Contest 2026
14. Apr. 2026
From Pixels to Proof: A Look Back at Our ImageJ/Fiji Beginner Workshop
Microscopy images are only as powerful as the analysis behind them. On Friday, March 27, 2026, the Core Facility Microscopy at the Biozentrum of Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg hosted a full-day beginner workshop on ImageJ/Fiji — one of the most widely used tools for scientific image analysis in the life sciences.
The free, hands-on course guided participants through the essentials of quantitative bioimage analysis: from understanding the nature of digital images to segmenting and measuring objects, running particle analyses, and taking first steps in automating repetitive tasks. All with their own laptops, their own data — and the support of four experienced instructors.
Topics covered included:
- The basics of digital images and common file formats
- Transforming raw microscopy data into publication-ready figures
- Placing scale bars and extracting histograms
- Segmenting and measuring objects
- Particle analysis
- Working with ImageJ plugins
- An introduction to task automation
The workshop was organised by Dr. Martin Schattat, Dr. Birgit Möller, Dr. Markus Glaß, and Dr. Stephanie Krüger — bringing together expertise from plant physiology, computer science, molecular medicine, and the Core Facility Microscopy.
We would also like to extend a warm thank you to RTG 2498 and AgriExplore for kindly supporting the workshop with snacks and drinks — their contribution made the day even more enjoyable for all participants.
Stay tuned for future workshops and events from the Core Facility Microscopy.
5. Feb. 2026
Two Science-Visuals Highlights 2026: ImageJ Workshop and Image Contest
Two science-visuals highlights are coming up this year: a hands-on ImageJ workshop for rigorous image analysis—and our Scientific Image Contest 2026 to showcase your best research visuals to the public—save the dates and sign up here!
Update: The ImageJ workshop is currently fully booked due to high demand. You are welcome to join the waiting list and will be notified if a spot becomes available.
19. Dez. 2025
A Small Moment at the End of the Year
As the year comes to a close, we were once again invited to open a door of the TGZ Advent calendar – a small tradition that creates a welcome moment of pause during the busy end-of-year period.
What stood out most this time was seeing how much the Biozentrum team has grown over the past year. New faces, fresh ideas, and a noticeable sense of energy throughout the building reflect a place that is clearly developing and moving forward. Moments like these make visible what often happens quietly in everyday life: growth shaped by people working together.
We would like to thank TGZ for the invitation and for capturing this moment at the end of the year. We look ahead with anticipation to the time to come.
7. Juli 2025
🎉 Contest Winners Announced!
The World Beyond Our Senses – Image Contest 2025
After two weeks of colorful impressions, inspiring stories, and fascinating insights into the scientific world, the “The World Beyond Our Senses” image contest has officially come to an end — and we’re thrilled to announce the winners!
🌟 Visitors Favorite — 1st Place
Vanessa Brückner: „The Puzzle of Life“
Voted by the public for its visual impact and compelling story.
🥈 Runner-up
Simona Bassoli: „A Story Yet to be Unveiled“
🥉 Third Place
Marta Fratini: „The life of plants at dawn“
🗓️ The contest finale took place during the Lange Nacht der Wissenschaften on July 4, rounding off our two-week exhibition at the Biozentrum, Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg.
We want to thank:
All participants for their creative and inspiring entries,
Everyone who attended the “Pitch Your Image” opening event and cast their vote,
Our fantastic jury, who brought expertise and thoughtful feedback,
The sponsors and supporters, who helped bring this event to life.
💬 We’re already looking forward to the next round — until then, keep making science visible, vibrant, and human!
📷 Stay tuned on our blog for more impressions from the exhibition and the pitch event.
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24. Juni 2025
Pitch Your Image Event
What a great evening at our Pitch Your Image event!
In a warm and relaxed atmosphere, our brave candidates took the stage to pitch their fascinating scientific images — sharing both insights and their personal passion.
A big thank you to our fantastic jury for their thoughtful feedback and to our sponsors for making this event possible! 🙏
Special congratulations to our winner, Rameez Arshad, for an outstanding pitch — well deserved! 🏆
The exhibition is still on display — don’t forget to visit, get inspired, and vote for your favorite image before the Lange Nacht der Wissenschaften on July 4! 🌟
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18. Juni 2025
📣Pitch Your Image & Exhibition Opening
The World Beyond Our Senses – Image Contest 2025
Just a few days to go — on June 23, we’ll see you at the Pitch Your Image event and the opening of “The World Beyond Our Senses” exhibition!
- from 5:00 PM: Exhibition opens
- around 5:30 PM: Welcome & start of pitch session
- Followed by: Jury voting & award ceremony
You are very welcome to bring guests — colleagues, friends, and anyone interested are invited!
Looking forward to an inspiring evening!
22. Mai 2025
Image Contest 2025
Call for Entries!
Uncover the invisible and explain the complex! Join our „Visualized Science“ Image Contest 2025 and showcase your scientific imaging skills.
Submit by June 8!
3. Apr. 2025
Cryo-Confocal Fluorescence Microscope Zeiss LSM 900
Fantastic Opportunity: In collaboration with the Bacia Lab, their Zeiss LSM 900 microscope equipped with a Linkam Cryo Stage is available for correlative imaging!
You can find all specifications [here].
If you’re interested, feel free to reach out to us – we’d be happy to discuss your project!
5. Jan. 2025
Annual Report 2024
We look back on a successful year. In addition to a winning image competition and the switch to a digital laboratory management and archiving system, we can look back on 48 processed sample systems from 18 cooperation partners and 11 publications.
We have big plans for 2025. The first preparations are already in progress. Stay tuned!
