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Cintya Dharmayanti
- Nov 21
- 9 min
How to write a winning 3MT script
Communicate 80,000 words of research brilliance with a concise script that captivates and engages the audience in the 3MT competition.
Dr. Miguel Balbin
- Nov 7
- 7 min
How to write effective analogies for communicating research
Analogies are all about making the unfamiliar more familiar. So how do you create an analogy for communicating research?
Dr. Tullio Rossi
- Oct 25
- 2 min
Introducing the mobile science communication magazine: SWIPE SciComm
With just a flick of the finger, simply SWIPE along to read our new mobile SciComm magazine! Learn more in this post.
Dr. Khatora Opperman
- Oct 11
- 5 min
5 Best FREE SciComm Tools
Looking for some handy tools to level-up your SciComm game? You have come to the right place. Check out our 5 favourite FREE SciComm tools!
Dr. Miguel Balbin
- Sep 26
- 6 min
5 tips for improving your public speaking skills as a researcher
Developing your public speaking skills is a vital part of disseminating your research effectively. So, how could you work on your delivery?
Dr. Khatora Opperman
- Sep 13
- 8 min
A road map to scientific illustrations: 6 step graphic design process
As a scientist we love a good method. But what is the method for design? Here we discuss the 6 steps for designing a scientific graphic.
Dr. Miguel Balbin
- Aug 29
- 5 min
How to design a colour blind-friendly scientific poster
Accessibility is an often overlooked aspect of design. So we've compiled some top tips for creating posters in a colour blind-friendly way!
Dr. Miguel Balbin
- Aug 2
- 7 min
How to improve your data visualisation using Illustrator: Part II
You can make any piece of data shine, regardless of its p-value! Here's 3 more tips on how to visualise data in Adobe Illustrator.
Dr. Khatora Opperman
- Jul 20
- 8 min
How to create a scientific illustration in 3D with Illustrator
Want to learn how to take your scientific illustrations to the next level? Let's talk about creating 3D illustrations!
Dr. Miguel Balbin
- Jul 5
- 4 min
5 science animation YouTube channels you need to follow
If science is what you're itching to watch, check out these 5 fantastic science animation YouTube channels!
Dr. Khatora Opperman
- Jun 21
- 7 min
How to draw in Illustrator: a step-by-step tutorial for researchers
Want to create a beautiful scientific illustration? Follow along with me and learn how to draw in Illustrator.
Dr. Miguel Balbin
- Jun 8
- 7 min
How to improve your data visualisation using Illustrator: Part I
Transform your data into a thought-provoking and aesthetically-pleasing graphic by using our data visualisation tips.
Dr. Miguel Balbin
- May 23
- 6 min
How to create a simple scientific poster template in PowerPoint
Ready to give your lab its own brand? Then why not prepare a scientific poster template for all of your lab mates to work with?
Dr. Miguel Balbin
- May 10
- 7 min
What does it mean to be a science communicator?
What is a science communicator? Where do they work? How do you become one? Let's unpack this one topic at a time!
Dr. Miguel Balbin
- Apr 26
- 4 min
What’s better: graphical abstracts or video abstracts?
Video abstracts and graphical abstracts. Which one is better for promoting your research to the world?
Dr. Miguel Balbin
- Apr 11
- 6 min
10 tips for creating an effective scientific infographic
Scientific infographics are great for explaining complex topics without overwhelming your reader. Here's 10 tips for making your very own!
Dr. Miguel Balbin
- Mar 29
- 5 min
5 unique ways to feature scientific infographics in your research
Scientific infographics are great way to say a lot about your research with very few words. Check out 5 unique takes on implementing them.
Jennifer van Alstyne
- Mar 15
- 8 min
How to use videos on your personal scientist website
Imagine being able to network in your sleep. That's exactly what your personal scientist website is going to do!
Dr. Miguel Balbin
- Feb 28
- 8 min
5 science illustrators you need to follow on Twitter
Looking for some SciArt inspiration? Check out these amazing works of art from our favourite science illustrators on Twitter.