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Jennifer van Alstyne
Mar 15, 20228 min read
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, 20228 min read
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.
Dr. Karl Gruber
Feb 15, 202210 min read
How to publish your first science news article (and get paid for it)
Writing your first scientific news article is quite different from publishing a manuscript. Here's our top pointers for budding writers!
Dr. Miguel Balbin
Feb 1, 20227 min read
How to promote your research in the media with a video abstract
One of the most powerful ways to spread your research findings to the masses is harnessing the power of the media.
Dr. Miguel Balbin
Jan 18, 20228 min read
Best scientific journal covers from 2021
2021 was another year for groundbreaking research. Eye-catching journal covers are one way to celebrate and commemorate great science.
Dr. Miguel Balbin
Dec 6, 20217 min read
Top 5 Science Communication Blogs
Science communication blogs are great for getting some light reading done on the topic. We've made our picks for the best blogs on the net!
Dr. Miguel Balbin
Nov 23, 20218 min read
Top 5 Science Communication Podcasts
Podcasts about science communication are all about practicing what you preach. Check out our top 5 picks for the best SciComm podcasts!
Dr. Miguel Balbin
Nov 10, 20217 min read
Best examples of science animations
How do you condense a science textbook down to its key messages? Science animations are the key. Check out the best ones on the net!
Dr. Miguel Balbin
Oct 27, 202113 min read
How to design an effective graphical abstract: the ultimate guide
What are graphical abstracts, and how do I design one? Learn all about how these visual summaries could unleash your impact!
Dr. Miguel Balbin
Sep 28, 20216 min read
Best examples of graphical abstracts
Graphical abstracts are a great way to provide a visual summary for your research. Check out our top contenders for the best ones!
Dr. Miguel Balbin
Sep 7, 20212 min read
Best scientific poster templates for PowerPoint
Need to whip up a scientific poster for an upcoming conference? Check out our beautiful templates to get you started!
Dr. Miguel Balbin
Aug 31, 20217 min read
Best beginner-friendly animation styles for science videos
Looking to make your own animated science video but don't know where to start? Then a beginner-friendly animation style is what you need!
Dr. Miguel Balbin
Aug 16, 20218 min read
Best free and paid software for scientific illustrations
Posters. Presentations. Grants. Your papers. The key to success can start with the visual appeal of your very own scientific illustrations.
Dr. Miguel Balbin
Aug 2, 20211 min read
How to gauge your research impact: the SciComm Checklist
Looking to raise the impact of your scientific research? Test how well you're communicating yourself to the world with our SciComm Checklist
Dr. Tullio Rossi
Jul 5, 20212 min read
How to make your scientific poster an interactive PDF
Interactive posters and ePosters are a growing trend in academia, with many conferences going online! Add interactivity to your next poster.
Dr. Miguel Balbin
Jun 21, 20218 min read
Best examples of scientific posters
What's the difference between a scientific conference poster session and an art gallery? Learn from examples of good poster design.
Dr. Miguel Balbin
Jun 8, 20218 min read
How to draw your research with simple scientific illustrations
Science is to be seen just as much as it is to be heard. Read about some handy tips on making scientific illustrations.
Dr. Tullio Rossi
Apr 14, 20213 min read
How to Add a Customised QR Code to Your Scientific Poster
Direct your reader to the ‘next step’ with a QR code.
What’s more: making a customised, permanent QR is free and easy.
Dr. Tullio Rossi
Mar 9, 20213 min read
Which Fonts to Use on Your Scientific Poster
Choosing the right font (A.K.A. typeface) for your scientific poster is all about two things: readability and style. But with thousands...
Dr Flynn Slattery
Feb 25, 20215 min read
Nothing Beats Video Abstracts for Summarising Research
For academics, it’s tough to be seen, even by your peers. With over 7000 papers published every day, who has the time to read every new...
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