BrainArt Competition 2026

🏆 2025 Jury and Popular Vote Winner

Berger Mandalas, Alberto Arturo Vergani

Hosted by the OHBM Brain Art Special Interest Group (SIG), this annual competition celebrates the creative expression of neuroscience through art. This year's theme is " Challenging the Zeitgeist: The Next Neural Revolution " centers on moments of intellectual and creative rupture—when established norms are questioned, boundaries are crossed, and new ways of thinking emerge. Inspired by the courage required to depart from tradition, the theme highlights the shared revolutionary spirit of art and science, emphasizing risk-taking, resilience, and the integration of diverse perspectives as essential drivers of progress in understanding the brain and the world it shapes.

We are accepting submissions in four categories: 

• Challenging the Zeitgeist - Artworks interpreting this year's theme

• Images - Static artworks including digital, analog, or mixed media

• Videos - Short film, animations, or video-based art

• Open Science Creations - Artworks created using open datasets, open-source tools, or reflecting open science principles

🧠 Submission deadline: June 10, 2026, Submit here:
🧠 Competition winners will be announced at the OHBM 2026 Closing Ceremonies and showcased on our website and social media platforms.

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We look forward to seeing your creations!