Welcome to the Animate Your Science Blog

Confused by vector files, raster images or 300 dpi requirements? This simple guide explains the difference between raster and vector graphics, when to use each file type, and how to avoid blurry logos, pixelated figures and printing headaches.

Struggling with blurry images for posters or publications? Here are three practical ways to upscale pixellated images for print, plus when to be careful with AI tools that can change what your image actually shows.

Compare the best free graphic design programs for researchers - GIMP, Inkscape, Sketchbook, and Affinity - and choose the right tool for figures, posters, and graphical abstracts.

Science is being politically and financially squeezed. This article explains why, and what to do next.

Slide decks aren’t going anywhere, but “death by PowerPoint” is optional. Here’s how to ditch cluttered slides and use clear text, strong contrast and simpler visuals to keep your audience engaged.

AI isn’t replacing teamwork - it’s reshaping it. Drawing on a major Harvard Business School experiment, this article explains how AI can help solo workers perform like teams, break down professional silos, and make work feel more energising (not less).

"I’m a scientist, not a designer!" We put the top AI tools to the test to see if they can actually create a journal-ready graphical abstract. The result? A mix of helpful insights and a few hilarious "AI hallucinations" Here’s what we learned about the limits of AI in science communication.

See how Dr. Fabio Arsego used AI training to secure a $360k grant and transform his career in precision agriculture. Learn to make AI your research collaborator.

We’re breaking down the most common presentation fails, from unreadable slides to nervous swaying. Learn how to ditch the jargon and hook your audience in the first 10 seconds.

Are you confusing impact factor with societal benefit? Dr. Helena Villela explains how to bridge the gap between the lab and the real world.

Explore our latest interview with sound artist Sam Nester and Dr. Enas Qudeimat as they discuss the Artist-in-Residence program at NYU Abu Dhabi. From "sonifying" DNA to recording the hidden acoustic world of coral reefs, discover how this unique collaboration is giving the natural world a new voice.

Think you need to be a "content creator" to win at social media? Think again. Vertical video is the highest-reach medium for researchers in 2026, and you can do it in under 5 minutes without a single dance move.

Stop treating AI like a basic editor and start using it as an architect. Learn how I built a fully interactive, custom map of Homer’s Odyssey in seconds without writing a single line of code - and how you can use the same workflow to turn your static research into living software.

Networking. The word alone is enough to send a shiver down the spine of any self-respecting introvert. But why fight the fear? If you’re going to be awkward, you might as well be the most awkward person in the room. From the 'Human Shield' maneuver to the 'Phantom Exit,' here is your step-by-step guide to absolutely ruining your networking potential - and, for those who actually want a career, the practical tips on how to fix it.

Stuck in Methods mode? Use AI as your creative coach to brainstorm at scale, spin quick variations, build mood boards, learn colour and composition faster, and remix ideas across fields for clearer, more memorable research.

Fresh from judging Visualise Your Thesis 2025, I break down what the winners did right: tight storytelling, purposeful visuals, clear audio. Spoiler, craft beats budget. Plus seven practical habits you can copy to make your own video abstract stand out.

Ready to commit some design crimes? In our latest (satirical!) post, we teach you how to design the ugliest research poster imaginable, from chaotic colour palettes to font explosions and unreadable layouts. It’s a masterclass in what not to do, guaranteed to make your supervisor weep and your audience flee. Read it for a laugh, and then flip every tip on its head to actually win Best Poster.

Discover how a science animation transformed public perception of tiny insects on Ascension Island, leading to new protected areas and real-world conservation outcomes.

Imagine explaining your research with visuals so clear that even your aunt nods in understanding. In our latest blog, we explore Google’s trending “Nano Banana” image generator, showing how snack-sized AI visuals can make complex science fun, shareable, and accurate (well… mostly).

Sick of the funding scramble? With the right prompt, AI can be your tireless grant scout, finding open calls you’d miss and saving you hours of frantic searching.