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Magnetism as Art Showcase

Magnetism as Art Showcase

Intermag 2024 will host a Magnetism as Art Showcase to highlight the beauty of magnetism and magnetic materials. Submissions will be displayed on the Conference website, Social Media pages, and virtual platform. Additionally, submitted images may appear in the IEEE Magnetics Society Newsletter, and other communication platforms, where the author's name will be indicated. Four finalists will be selected by a panel of judges, and the winner will be selected by popular vote. The four finalists will be displayed onsite in Rio de Janeiro.

Magnetic Love

Winner Magnetic Love

This is the STEM image of a sample of 10 nm diameter magnetite nanoparticles that have been arranged in a heart shape on the microscopy grid. These nanoparticles are being studied to develop a cancer treatment through magnetic hyperthermia.


Author: Mirela Barbosa Alves (IFGW – Unicamp)

Stuck in a Moment

Finalist Stuck in a Moment

These are hard magnetic NdFeB microparticles produced by gas atomization. Such particles are well-suited for additive manufacturing of permanent magnets because their spherical shape ensures good flowability. These NdFeB microparticles are ‘stuck in a moment’ (actually stuck on a carbon tape) and can't get out of it.


Author: Imants Dirba (Technical University of Darmstadt)

Nanoparticles from Ipanema

Finalist Nanoparticles from Ipanema

The original image was acquired through transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and captures magnetic iron-oxide nanoparticles covered with oleic acid. Clusters of nanoparticles were colored to resemble the sea and the oleic acid layer that envelops the cluster represents foam from the waves crashing into the sand, which is actually the amorphous carbon layer from the TEM grid. This artistic transformation was inspired by the venue of Intermag 2024 and its renowned beaches.


Author: Daniela P. Valdés (Instituto de Nanociencia y Nanotecnología, CNEA-CONICET, Instituto Balseiro, UNCUYO)

NanoGhosts

Finalist NanoGhosts

This haunting image captures the secrets of nano-scale topography through atomic force microscopy (AFM) imaging. A thin layer of 20 nm of permanent alloy (Ni80Fe20), a ferromagnetic material commonly used in magnetic sensors due to its low coercive field and high anisotropic magnetoresistance ratio (AMR), is enigmatically revealed. While investigating the effect of a metallic buffer (5 nm W) and/or an external magnetic field applied during deposition, this spectral image of only 0.2 nanometers of roughness is unveiled, reminiscent of ghosts evoking unknown magnetic intrigue.


Author: Lara Melisa Solis (Instituto de Nanociencia y Nanotecnología CNEA/CONICET)

Symmetry and Beauty Magnetic Dipole

Symmetry and Beauty Magnetic Dipole

The image of magnetic dipole illustrates symmetry of current density vector and magnetic field vector.

Magnetic Dragon, the mythical and magical legendary creature of the world

Magnetic Dragon, the mythical and magical legendary creature of the world

Magnetic Dragon, the mythical and legendary creature revered around the world for its magical powers. Relationship to Magnetism and Magnetic Materials: we chemically synthesized the Nickel nanochain to resemble a voracious dragon roaming the Earth.

Magnetic Jellyfish

Magnetic Jellyfish

The original image was acquired through transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and captures magnetic iron-oxide nanoparticles, some of them with a core-shell structure. A colored gradient was added to evoke the view from the depths of the ocean and further coloring was applied to the magnetic nanoparticles to highlight their similarity with jellyfish.

Spring's captivating beauty: A magnetic bird's vibrant melody amidst nature's colorful symphony

Spring's captivating beauty: A magnetic bird's vibrant melody amidst nature's colorful symphony

"Exploring the Artistry of Magnetism: A Captivating Portrait of Exfoliated Fe4GeTe2 Nanoflake" behold the mesmerizing capture of a meticulously exfoliated 2D magnetic material, Fe4GeTe2, delicately transferred onto a Si/SiO2 substrate and coated with PMMA resist to safeguard against environmental oxidation. Under the discerning gaze of FESEM microscopy, this magnetic masterpiece unveils a captivating scene reminiscent of nature's vibrant symphony in spring. In the midst of the intricate layers, the magnetic material emerges as the focal point, akin to a magnetic bird singing its melody amidst a vibrant and colorful landscape. This portrayal not only showcases the inherent beauty of magnetism but also serves as a harmonious convergence of science and art, inviting viewers to marvel at the intricate dance of magnetic forces within the confines of a captivating artistic composition.

Cycloidal Nanopetals

Cycloidal Nanopetals

The image shows the magnetic structure of a freestanding thin film of multiferroic bismuth ferrite with a square nanoisland of increased thickness. Bismuth ferrite exhibits ferroelectricity and antiferromagnetism at room temperature with non-collinear magnetic ordering in the form of a spin cycloid with a period of 64 nm. The cycloid is evident as a stripy pattern in the image. Confinement in the nanoisland causes the ferroelectric polarization to point inwards in four domains, whereas the cycloid propagates orthogonally around the square (in red), which resembles the petals of a dogwood flower.

Bird's-Eye View: Magnetic Coastal Highway and Sea Panorama

Bird's-Eye View: Magnetic Coastal Highway and Sea Panorama

In the field of magnetism, calibrating an electromagnet with a Hall sensor is essential for achieving accurate experiments. The image I'm submitting depicts the z-component of the magnetic field (Bz) in the x-y plane, with dark blue indicating negative values and yellow indicating positive values of Bz. This image was created from data gathered during the calibration of a GMW projection field electromagnet. The purpose was to find the magnet's "home position," where the z-component of the magnetic field, as measured by the Hall sensor, is negligible. I call this image "Bird's-Eye View: Magnetic Coastal Highway and Sea Panorama." In this creative representation, dark blue represents the deep sea level, yellow corresponds to the highway in relation to the sea level, and green represents a family of trees around the highway, where Bz values are zero. This artistic interpretation adds a unique layer of visual interest to the calibration process. So please, enjoy your magnetic ride with a scenic coastal view, and may your measurements be accurate!

Showcase Rules

  • To participate in the Showcase, at least one of the listed co-authors of the entry must be a registered Conference attendee.
  • Each registered attendee is permitted to submit ONE entry as a first author. There is no limit on the number of entries in which one is listed as a co-author.
  • Each entry must be distinct and not involve a simple modification, such as a change in background color.
  • Prior submissions to MMM, Intermag, or Joint Conferences may not be resubmitted.
  • Entries may be the result of any experimental imaging technique, modeling, or simulation, as well as the combination of multiple images. The focus of the showcase is on the image aesthetics rather than its scientific quality.
  • If your entry contains any content subject to copyright regulations, you are responsible for obtaining, before submission, the necessary agreements to permit the exhibition of the entry according to the showcase rules. According to Dictionary.com, plagiarism is defined as “An act or instance of using or closely imitating the language and thoughts of another author without authorization and the representation of that author’s work as one’s own, as by not crediting the original author.” Violators will be subject to disqualification.
  • By submitting your entry, you acknowledge that you agree to abide by the showcase rules and that you permit the display of your entry during the Conference and as part of current and future Conference advertising.
  • Submissions will be displayed on the Conference website, Facebook page, and virtual platform. Additionally, submitted images may appear in the IEEE Magnetics Society Newsletter, where the author's name will be indicated.
  • All entries will be reviewed by a panel of judges based on the image aesthetics, relationship to magnetism and magnetic materials, visual impact, and creativity.
  • Four finalists will be selected by a panel of judges, and the winner will be selected by popular vote. The finalists will each be awarded $200 and the winner will receive $400. Each entry is eligible for only one prize.

Submission Details

  • The Submission period opens in March 1, 2024 and ends by April 21, 2024. All entries much be submitted online before 11:59 pm (ET) on April 21, 2024.
  • The file should be a high resolution JPG. The maximum file size is 20 MB. Include the submitter’s last name in the file name.
  • To enable blind-judging, please do NOT include authors' names or affiliations within the image.
  • All entries must include:
    • A short title;
    • The first author’s name and affiliation;
    • The names and affiliations of any co-authors;
    • A short description of the image subject and its relationship to magnetism and magnetic materials;
    • The technique(s) used to obtain the image.

Prior Year Submissions