English: Cross-section of porous indium phosphide synthesised in a hydrofluoric acid solution by electrochemical etching. The photo was taken on a scanning electron microscope. 3000x magnification. SEI mode.

Colour processing is performed with the help of Adobe Photoshop. The image is inverted, this is the only manipulation made with the micrography. The study of the cross-section of nanostructures is an important part in understanding the processes of pore formation on the crystal surface. Colour processing allows to clearly demonstrate the various stages of crystal etching. We can see that pore formation on the surface of a semiconductor is a multi-stage process. There are synergistic phenomena, a result of self-organisation of pore growth. Crystal splitting occurs along crystallographic planes, which is also informative for understanding the nanostructuring processes of crystal materials. Today, it is important to understand that nanoscience is closely intersected with visual art. The images of nano-objects draw the attention of both researchers and the general public. This public interest is to be kept up by demonstrating how great and beautiful the nano-world is. The integration of nano-images with aesthetic perspectives can serve as an effective means of popularising science. Nano Art as a synthesis of science and art aims to develop a public awareness of nanotechnology and enhance their perception beyond visually appealing images.

Its authors are Yana Sychikova (synthesis of nanostructures) and Serhii Kovachov (colour design).

English: Cross-section of porous indium phosphide synthesised in a hydrofluoric acid solution by electrochemical etching