Celebrating a Century of Innovation: Nikon Microscope Solution’s 100th Anniversary Activities

This year marks a century since the introduction of the first microscope designed by Nikon, the JOICO, in 1925. From the first microscope to today’s state-of-the-art digital imaging platforms, Nikon’s commitment to advancing healthcare and life sciences has never wavered. Over the decades, Nikon has been at the forefront of microscopy, pioneering advancements to provide tools to support researchers in cell biology, neuroscience, cancer research, and beyond.

This centennial is more than a celebration of the past—it is a testament to Nikon’s enduring partnership with the scientific community and vision for a healthier, brighter future.

As Nikon mark this centennial milestone, join the celebrations to mark a century of innovation, collaboration, and exploration with a series of special anniversary activities—highlighted by a flagship exhibition at Micropia, and engaging online content on a dedicated anniversary website.

MAGNIFIED: Exhibition at Micropia

Nikon has unveiled an exhibit, MAGNIFIED, at ARTIS-Micropia in Amsterdam, a world-renowned museum dedicated to microbes. This unique collaboration brings together Nikon’s rich heritage and Micropia’s mission to reveal the hidden world that shapes our lives.

What Awaits at the Exhibition?

• Historic Milestones: Follow the evolution of microscopy with a collection of vintage Nikon microscopes from world renowned Nikon collector Uli Koch. These microscopes, presented as art objects, exemplify the evolution of optical technology and Nikon’s impact on scientific discovery.
• Interactive Experiences: Engaging hands-on activities that explore fundamental microscopy principles. Through four dedicated stations, visitors will learn about magnification, resolution, illumination, and lens mechanics – key concepts that form the foundation of microscopy.
• Nikon Small World gallery: Showcasing stunning imagery through the microscope, to commemorate Nikon Small World’s 50^th anniversary.

Located in the heart of Amsterdam, ARTIS-Micropia is the world’s first museum dedicated entirely to microbes, offering visitors an unparalleled opportunity to explore the microscopic world.

The exhibit will run until January 31, 2026. For tickets and further information, visit Micropia’s website.

Connect Online: The Nikon Healthcare 100^th Anniversary Website

In addition to the physical exhibition, Nikon invite you to explore the centenary celebration wherever you are in the world. The dedicated 100^th anniversary website is your gateway to:

• Stories from the Lab: Read inspiring messages from scientists who have used Nikon instruments to make a difference in a variety of research fields.
• Timeline of Innovation: Journey through a dynamic timeline highlighting microscopy innovations and Nikon’s most significant inventions and milestones, showcasing how technology has evolved alongside the needs of the scientific community.
• Messages from Nikon: Hear why this occasion is so special from Nikon’s Representative Director, President Muneaki Tokunari, and Director and Senior Executive Vice President, General Manager of Healthcare Business Unit Yasuhiro Ohmura.
• Anniversary Events: Stay up to date on upcoming webinars, workshops, and international events celebrating this centennial year.
• Nikon Small World Gallery: Explore the latest and greatest entries from the world renowned photomicrography competition, where the hidden world comes to light in stunning detail.

Nikon believe that sharing knowledge fuels discovery. The website is designed to inspire the next generation of scientists, support lifelong learners, and celebrate the collaborative spirit that defines Nikon Healthcare.

A Thank You to the Nikon Community

Nikon’s centenary is a tribute to everyone who has been part of Nikon Healthcare’s story – researchers, healthcare professionals, educators, partners, and customers. Your trust, curiosity, and passion have driven Nikon to innovate and serve the needs of science and medicine for 100 years. Nikon are honoured to celebrate this milestone with you and look forward to shaping the future, together.

Join the Celebration

Whether you visit Micropia, explore the website, or participate in global events, Nikon invite you to share your own Nikon memories and discoveries using #NikonMicroscopy100 on social media. Let’s celebrate a century of seeing the invisible, solving the impossible, and building a healthier tomorrow.

For more details on Nikon’s 100^th anniversary activities, visit Nikon Healthcare 100th Anniversary Website or contact your local Nikon representative.

Here’s to a hundred years of discovery—and the many breakthroughs still to come.

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