Overview
Through a simple hack, every webcam can be turned into a useful digital microscope, allowing the magnified observation of life forms, analysis of biological motion and form, as well as audio-visual interpretations for aesthetic presentation.
Location
BioTehna Laboratory, Kiberpipa, Kersnikova 4, Ljubljana, Slovenia
Mentor
Dr. Marc Dusseiller aka dusjagr is a transdisciplinary scholar, expert in BioNanoInterfaces and DIY enthusiast.
Target group
students, hackers, makers, scientists, artists, geeks and educators
Limited Participants: 12
Please register by mail to Kapelica Gallery
Material
Webcams, electronics, living organisms and construction material will be provided.
Participants will have to bring their own laptop and optionally bring various samples (moss, mudd water, soil etc..) to study.
Program
16h – 20h, Tuesday, 26. March, Introduction and First Microscopy Hacks
16h – 20h, Wednesday, 27. March, Advanced Microscopy Stage and Tardigrade Hunting
Optional, Evening, Thursday, 28. March, BioVisuals and Nematode Theremins
Special Guest: Boštjan Leskovšek & tba
More Info
Loads of tips and tricks on the wiki
PS3 Eye microscope hack – test video from dusjagr on Vimeo.
How to hack the PS3 Eye Cam
Example Videos
Tardigrade couple recorded with 1.3 Megapixel webcam from TW, 20$
Impressions
“Photo: Miha Fras”
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