Scientific Illustrations
Graphical Abstract - Cancer research (Oncology)
My work on this graphical abstract follows a two principle concept. Combining a powerful visual story telling element with scientific pathways and more detailed infographics. A pleasing color palette allowing for highlighting essential parts and focusing on the key message of the project.
Application: Funding application & scientific research paper
Poster Illustration - Cancer Research Conference
PDAC is estimated to become the second common cancer by 2030. Researchers focus on understanding the driving mechanisms behind the pathogenesis and identify targets for drug development by performing a synthetic lethality screen. I like to combine relatable object like a bike to break down complex mechanisms in our body. Cancer cells are very well adapted and many proteins are involved in the underlying molecular pathways. The challenge is to find there weak spot for fast intervention.
Application: Scientific poster presentation
Graphical Abstract - Example (finished illustration after publication)
This scientific project was focused on measuring protein levels in different tissues of the central nervous system and peripheral tissues. I used an everyday object combined with scientific drawings as a focus point of the illustration. This makes it possible for the viewer to grasp the key message at one glance. For easier orientation I used a pleasant color pallet and simple icons.
Application: Published scientific research paper
Graphical Abstract - Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
My work on this graphical abstract follows a two principle concept. Combining a powerful visual story telling element with scientific pathways and more detailed infographics. Highlighting a new method development. I used the idea of surfing a wave to illustrate the fluid this assay uses and hinted at a familiar theme surfing to make it easier to understand for people not working in the field. For a joyful touch the antibody used in the method is surfing on a magnetic bead illustrating the concept of immunoprecipitation.
Application: Published scientific research paper
Graphical Illustration- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
A similar illustration for the same project as the abstract above. This time as a eye catcher on a scientific poster. Scientific posters need to stand out in order to catch the attention of passing by audience during poster session at conferences. An easy to see graphic which contains something relatable is a key element for this.
Application: Scientific poster for an international conference