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Science in Pictures

AuthorScott LaFee
Date

October 5, 2026

An artistic rendition of an Ishihara pattern comprised of more than 500 photographs of people’s retinas. An Ishihara pattern is a circular design made of randomized colored dots that hides a number or shape. It is used in eye tests to check for red-green color blindness.

Image courtesy of Jonathan Brett.