At right: Fern Leaves by M Lustbader.

Visions of science & technology is the UK’s premier science and technology photographic awards scheme. As a natural progression from previous competitions, this year will see the widening of the categories to embrace the broader scope of applied science within engineering & technology. This has been reflected in the updated name and logo.

To the judges of the awards, a Vision of Science is an attention-grabbing image that gives new insight into the world of science & technology or the workings of nature. It may show something never seen before, it may explain a scientific phenomenon, it may illustrate scientific data or it may simply be an image that shows the beauty of technology.

Up to six images may be entered in each category or special award. No image may be entered in more than one category or special award and the judges reserve the right to re-categorise any entry. Visit the site to learn about the categories and other rules. Deadline: 1 July 2007.