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For 100 years, we've explored the microscopic world,
driven by a desire to see and understand.
Our optical technologies help illuminate the nanoscale,
expanding possibilities in science,
medical care, and all that surrounds us.
Lighting a path to a brighter future,
these innovations open the door to new discoveries,
enhancing lives every day.
With the power of light,
we continue to unlock the future.
From Apr. 1, 2025
Nikon Solutions Co., Ltd. Tokyo, Japan Showroom (Tokyo)
From Mar. 15 to Jan. 30, 2026
ARTIS-Micropia, Netherlands
From Apr. 19, 2025 to May 3, 2026
Seoul Science Center, South Korea (Seoul, South Korea)
From May 1, 2023 to June 30, 2027
California Science Center (Los Angeles, California)
July 4, 2025 (Fri)
Dr. Masatsugu Toyoda (Saitama University)
July 10, 2025 (Thu)
Shigeo Okabe M.D., Ph.D. (University of Tokyo)
Nobutaka Hattori M.D., Ph.D. (Juntendo University)
August 22, 2025 (Fri)
Tomoe Ishikawa Ph.D. (Massachusetts Institute of Technology)
October 8, 2025 (Wed)
Tetsuo Hasegawa M.D., Ph.D. (University of Cambridge)
December 12, 2025 (Fri)
Aiko Sada Ph.D. (Kyushu University)
Nikon began as Nippon Kogaku K.K. (Japan Optical Industries Co., Ltd.) in July 1917 as a domestic production company of optical instruments such as rangefinders and in later years, microscopes.
Glass research facilities are built for the study of optical glass production.
Jules Bordet, the Belgian immunologist to help define the body’s immune system.
The JOICO Microscope is the first of Nikon's microscope technology designed and manufactured in-house.
The physician who helped transform blood transfusions into a safe treatment and saved many lives.
One of the greatest medical discoveries of the 20th century, this discovery has led to saving countless lives even to present day.
This groundbreaking microscope technology made transparent cells and microorganisms observable.
The model SM stereo microscope was the only product of its kind featuring a mechanism to prevent focus drift during zoom. It was also one of the first microscopes to offer epi-illumination capabilities.
This small, lightweight, portable microscope, about the same size as a 35mm camera, with performance comparable to that of far larger high-end microscopes of the time.
Nikon’s first inverted microscope with the objective lens located below the stage, made it suitable for higher magnification observations and greater working distances for biological and metallurgy applications.
Albert Claude published his pioneering research on cell organelles, which was subsequently improved upon by many researchers.
The CF technology is a revolutionary optical system that was created to provide a new expanded outlook for microscopes.
The Diaphot TMD, especially suited for the new advances in the in vitro fertilization (IVF) markets
The nerve growth factor is a substance that develops and maintains the health of nervous tissue and the brain.
Nikon’s inverted microscope is carried into orbit aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour.
Nikon’s first confocal microscope, the RCM8000 is introduced.
Edward B. Lewis et al. identifies specific genes that help shape living organisms.
Nikon develops an innovative microscope optical system which greatly extends the degree of freedom for optical design from 45mm to 60mm providing a greater enhanced field of view. Nikon introduces the E800, the first microscope system to employ this new technology.
This discovery played a key role in solving the mystery of how proteins reach the correct location within cells.
The flagship inverted microscope system “ECLIPSE TE2000” is announced, combining the new CFI optical technology with expanded capabilities for new digital imaging developments.
The COOLSCOPE is introduced as Nikon’s first of its kind pioneer in the digitalization and automation of microscopes.
The discovery of this mechanism uncovered the mystery of our sense of smell.
The BioStation CT cell culture observation system is introduced which combined robotics designed by Nikon for other applications with biological microscope technology to provide a system that could automatically conduct experiments on multiple samples simultaneously.
Launch of the ECLIPSE Ti-E inverted microscope equipped with PFS
The discovery and development of green fluorescent protein (GFP) revolutionized fluorescence imaging in microscopy.
Nano Crystal Coat technology is applied to Nikon optics for non-reflective capabilities that enhanced image clarity significantly.
N-SIM and N-STORM super-resolution microscopes are introduced Microscopes for the first time ever are able to make observations beyond the resolving capabilities of optical lenses.
This discovery greatly expanded the possibilities for regenerative medicine.
Uncovering the intricate transport mechanisms of the microscopic world.
The discovery of “place” cells that work like a GPS within our brains.
Autophagy is an intracellular recycling system that breaks down and reuses substances within the cell.
Research into “releasing the brakes” of immune cells.
Supporting users in a cutting-edge biotechnology facility.
Technological advances incorporated to yield wide-range, high-resolution, ultra-high-speed imaging is realized.
Supporting pathologists with unique design and functionality.
AI automation incorporated into automated microscopy system to streamline studies in biomedical research and drug discovery.
The ECLIPSE Ti2-I motorized inverted microscope for is introduced as an automated configuration to improve the efficiency of infertility treatment.
Note:
- The products introduced here are based on their Japanese release dates, while these products are sold globally. Please note that product availability, release timing, and primary intended use may vary depending on your region/country.
- The scientific discoveries presented here are based on the year the Nobel Prize was awarded, not the actual year of the discovery. Please note that this may differ from the actual year the discovery was made.