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[Figure 1. A.] @figure1a.bsky.social · 1d

Join our hands-on microscopy workshop on Saturday, October 11 | 13:00–16:00 🔬 It is open to everyone and kid-friendly. We are very lucky to count ZEISS (@zeiss_microscopy) in our sponsors, without whom this workshop would not be possible!

#microscopy #microscopyworkshop #scicomm

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[Figure 1. A.] @figure1a.bsky.social · 5d

Join us for Hot Tables: at the Edge of Research - a “speed dating” style event with some of our extreme environment scientists. Hop in and out from table to table to learn about their research, what motivated them to explore the wilderness!

Info at figure1a.org/hot-tables-2025

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[Figure 1. A.] @figure1a.bsky.social · 8d

We can’t wait to see you there!

🎥 Background video by Sérgio Ribeiro adapted from Fabien Vialla. Audio adapted from Mike Koenig “earthquate” from soundbible.

#sciart #figure1a #scientificart #scicomm #sciencecommunication #extremeenvironments #sciartexhibition #artmeetsscience

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[Figure 1. A.] @figure1a.bsky.social · 8d

Short talks:

Prof. Stuart Lane (AlpWISE) “When extremes become the new normal, and the former norms become the problem” [En/Fr]

Marc Dubois & David Colombini (Fragmentin) "Global Wiring" [En/En]

The exhibition also features the Science Corner, showcasing AlpWISE fieldwork.

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[Figure 1. A.] @figure1a.bsky.social · 8d

TODAY!

We open EXTREME ENVIRONMENTS: Beyond Limits, a scientific art exhibition exploring creativity, life, and research in remote environments.

🗓 30.09 | 17h30📍 Forum de l’Hôtel de Ville | Place de la Palud 2, Lausanne.

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[Figure 1. A.] @figure1a.bsky.social · 13d

The posters are out there in the world! Fresh off the press and making their way around town.

Have you spotted one yet? Let us know where you’ve seen them! 👀🖼️
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Poster by Aris Zenone

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[Figure 1. A.] @figure1a.bsky.social · 14d

Can’t be there in person? No worries, join our livestream on Instagram at 5:30 PM CEST. More info at figure1a.org/exhibitions 👀🔬🎨

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[Figure 1. A.] @figure1a.bsky.social · 14d

Join us for the vernissage of our exhibition “Extreme Environment” next Tuesday! There will be art, science and drinks. We are excited to welcome David and Marc from the collective Fragmentin and Stuart from AlpWISE who will give talks to broaden our horizons.

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[Figure 1. A.] @figure1a.bsky.social · 20d

L’exposition est aussi l’occasion de rencontres entre le public et les scientifiques/artistes.

Plus d’informations sur toutes les activités organisées sur lamurithienne.ch/activites/fi...

@nathalieisorce.bsky.social @scnat.ch @fbm-unil.bsky.social @unil.bsky.social

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[Figure 1. A.] @figure1a.bsky.social · 20d

[Figure 1.A.] est de retour en Valais en 2025! En partenariat avec la Murithienne et l'artiste Camille von Deschwanden, nous présentons notre nouvelle exposition collective «Fibres, Art & Sciences entrelacés» qui aura lieu à Vouvry. #artscientifique
— Vernissage le 19 septembre à 18h30 —

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[Figure 1. A.] @figure1a.bsky.social · 22d

EXTREME ENVIRONMENTS @villedelausanne

30.09 - 19.10.2025

Forum de l’Hôtel de Ville | Place de la Palud 2, 1003 Lausanne

Opening hours: Wed–Fri: 10:00–12:00, 16:00–19:00 | Sat–Sun: 11:00–18:00

[En/Fr] Free entrance

#figure1a #scienceexhibition #sciencecommunication #sciart #scientificart

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[Figure 1. A.] @figure1a.bsky.social · 22d

FIBRES ART & SCIENCES ENTRELACÉS @lamurithienne

19.09 - 12.10.2025

Espace culturel Vouvry | Grand-Rue 20, 1896 Vouvry

Horaires d’ouverture : Jeu–Dim : 15:00–18:00

[Fr] Entrée gratuite

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[Figure 1. A.] @figure1a.bsky.social · 22d

Where to meet us this autumn?

We have two exhibitions coming up this month! Details below and on figure1a.org. Looking forward to welcoming you at the intersection of art and science!

Figure 1A

Figure 1A is an international science-art competition and exhibition that invites scientists to submit images of their research. Our goal is to bring science closer to the public by exploring its ar...

figure1a.org

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[Figure 1. A.] @figure1a.bsky.social · Aug 29

The countdown to the 2025 exhibition “Extreme Environments” begins now! And with it, we’re unveiling this year’s poster made by Aris Zenone.

🗓️ Mark your calendars, the exhibition opens on Sept 30 in Lausanne. We cannot wait for you to see this year’s incredible art pieces.

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[Figure 1. A.] @figure1a.bsky.social · Aug 27

Find out more about us at figure1a.org

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[Figure 1. A.] @figure1a.bsky.social · Aug 27

We were founded in 2017, we are powered by passion and we aim to make #sciart events open to all!

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[Figure 1. A.] @figure1a.bsky.social · Aug 27

MEET OUR TEAM ✨

We’re a collective of scientists, artists, communicators, and creatives based in Lausanne, working at the intersection of science and art.

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[Figure 1. A.] @figure1a.bsky.social · Aug 13

• Roxanne Currat, Musée de la Main, Lausanne

• Christoph Bauer, Bioimaging Center, @unigeenergy.bsky.social

We’re deeply thankful for their commitment. Their thoughtful — and at times heated — discussions help shape a bold and coherent exhibition that showcases the very best of scientific art

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[Figure 1. A.] @figure1a.bsky.social · Aug 13

• Oliver Biehlmaier, Imaging Core Facility, Biozentrum, @unibas.ch

• Melanie Affentranger, Faculty of Biology and Medicine, @fbm-unil.bsky.social (Photo: Felix Imhof)

• Giuseppe Lo Schiavo, Visual Artist and Researcher, @ucl.ac.uk

• Nika Eskandari, @cern.bsky.social, Exhibitions Team, Geneva

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[Figure 1. A.] @figure1a.bsky.social · Aug 13

MEET THE JURY 🔬🎨

Every year, a dedicated jury reviews submissions from around the world to shape the final exhibition. Some have been with us for years, others bring fresh perspectives for a single edition — all contribute their time, insight, and curiosity.

Please meet the ones on 2025 edition:

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[Figure 1. A.] @figure1a.bsky.social · Jul 29

We are excited to welcome you to the 2025 exhibition at the Forum de l’Hôtel de Ville in Lausanne from September 30 to October 19, 2025. Stay tuned — more details about speakers and workshops coming soon!

#sciart #scicomm #sciencecommunication

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[Figure 1. A.] @figure1a.bsky.social · Jul 22

Our main exhibition is just around the corner! This year’s theme, Extreme Environments, brought in 76 artworks from 13 different countries. Thank you to all participants for your high quality submissions. Stay tuned for the dates and location of the 2025 exhibition!
#sciart #scicomm

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[Figure 1. A.] @figure1a.bsky.social · May 31

Last day of our open call! Send us your sciart today at figure1a.org 🔬🎨 The 2025 exhibition will open this fall, stay tuned for more info!
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[Figure 1. A.] @figure1a.bsky.social · May 28

Open call closes soon!

#tardigrades are micro-animals (<1mm!) that can survive extreme conditions— including the vacuum of space, dehydration, radiation and freezing cold. Some inspiration for your #sciart submissions?

Image credit: waterbearmosspiglet.wordpress.com

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[Figure 1. A.] @figure1a.bsky.social · May 22

Our open call is closing soon, submit your #sciart by May 31st!
We are sharing an excerpt from The Green Bloc by Maja Fowkes. It’s a great reflection on art, ecology and resistance that we hope can spark your imagination.

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