Since 2009 is the year of astronomy nothing better than see amazing pictures of nebulae, planets, etc. The Royal Observatory Greenwich sponsored a competition and just published the winners sometime ago. Check them out at the link below. Above we have the winner in the category deep space.

Deep Space : Winners : Astronomy Photographer of the Year : Exhibitions : Visit the museum : NMM

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Science can give us some fantastic images. From biology to astronomy we find plenty of  astonishing images. We may not forget mathematics and its beautiful fractals. Every year Nikon makes a competition of micro photography with amazing results. Check at Nikon Small World web site the 2009 winners. Above is the 4th place. Enjoy them!