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Animate Your Science is a communication agency that wants to help scientists get their work noticed by their peers and the general public using visual media.
Animate Your Science Blog
1M ago
Have you ever found yourself at a conference, standing in front of a scientific poster that was clearly a labour of love, meticulously designed and brimming with ground-breaking data, only to be distracted by a jarring, pixelated image with a glaring white background? Or perhaps you've seen a logo stuffed uncomfortably into the edge of a poster, as if it were an unwanted guest at a party.
I’ve seen it all, and I’m sure you have too.
The problem is that these graphical blips are far too common. For some, these little mistakes in a poster’s design may even detract from the quality of the overal ..read more
Animate Your Science Blog
1M ago
As a researcher, you're no stranger to facts and figures.
But what happens when you’re suddenly thrown into the deep end of the creative ocean? Perhaps you have been asked to design a scientific poster... or put together a beautiful presentation… Where do you start?!
Graphic design is like a foreign language to scientists. Like:
Shape theory—What’s that?
Colour wheels—You’ve lost me!
It’s a whole load of mumbo-jumbo! But fret not, there’s a science behind the design process.
In this three-part series, we share the scientific backbone behind certain design choices, empower ..read more
Animate Your Science Blog
2M ago
Animations, simply put, are magical. They have the profound ability to simplify complicated ideas, storylines, and concepts, making them incredibly effective for communicating the intricacies of science.
But, have you ever wondered what goes into the making of a science animation? If you've been holding onto thoughts of outsourcing your own animation, this article is a great place to begin! ✨
Today, we're thrilled to take you on a journey behind the scenes and share how our talented team transforms scientific concepts into engaging animations. From the inception of an idea to the final p ..read more
Animate Your Science Blog
4M ago
Scientific journal covers may not be the first thing that comes to mind when considering captivating imagery, but much like popular magazine covers, they hold their unique charm. Think Vogue or The New York Times Style Magazine, but for the more… scientifically inclined. And as riveting as a perfect model shot can be, there’s something irresistibly unique about the unrivalled beauty of scientific advancements.
Magazine or journal cover aside, their goal remains the same:
To intrigue, engage, and draw in readers.
As per annual tradition, our team at Animate Your Science has combed through an i ..read more
Animate Your Science Blog
4M ago
Imagine this: You're fervently collating your latest research into a visually compelling scientific poster. You’ve written your attention-grabbing title, picked a cohesive colour scheme, and planned a logical layout for your content. ✨
Suddenly, you encounter a problem — what do you do about citations and references?
You have so many “essential” papers, your poster is sure to look cluttered. So, should you include them?
It’s a divisive subject! A recent poll we conducted on LinkedIn revealed a striking split among our audience: 60% believed yes, posters should have references, while the other ..read more
Animate Your Science Blog
5M ago
Imagine being able to generate your research paper in the time it takes to brew your morning coffee. ☕️
Preposterous, right?
Well, thanks to the rise of generative AI such as ChatGPT, this scenario isn't just a hypothetical future. It's practically the present. ✨
But here's the twist — it's not just about what AI can write, but also about who legally owns that writing. Behind the dazzling promise of generative AI lies a legal labyrinth still to be navigated.
Lucky for you, we found someone to throw the gavel at it. ⚖️
To navigate this dynamic landscape, we turned to former lawyer and commun ..read more
Animate Your Science Blog
5M ago
Learning can be hard. And remembering what you’ve learned can be even more difficult.
Many students scratch their heads when they’re first introduced to a complex scientific concept in class. I sure did. It was only after class when I reinforced my learning with an animated explainer video on YouTube, that I was FINALLY able to understand the science and let out a breath of relief.
That's the power of science animations for eLearning.
Both engaging and concise — science animations have found a place in modern curriculums, transforming the way we digest and comprehend complex scientific ideas ..read more
Animate Your Science Blog
6M ago
New publications always call for an epic celebration. In fact, preparing a manuscript for publication is actually very similar to planning ahead for a HUGE event.
The planning committee? That’s your crew of co-authors. ♂️♀️
The peer-reviewers? The special guests you just “had” to invite.
And who are the rest of the guests? That’s your target audience waiting to read your work!
But every successful event also needs a way to get the word out to the masses.
You’ll need some amazing flyers, or a whole billboard!
Or better yet for your paper, you’ll need a graphical abstract!
So if you’re look ..read more
Animate Your Science Blog
7M ago
Scientific poster sessions are the best opportunity to be introduced to new, exciting, and potentially unfamiliar research topics. It’s a treasure trove of scientific know-how.
But as you do a little window shopping at the session, how do you decide which poster to walk towards?
Of course, eye-catching visuals are important for drawing attention. Though naturally, your eyes are also going to be drawn to the titles of each poster.
You see the typical “Investigation of X” and the classic “Characterisation of Y”.
It’s kind of what you expected. But you’re the lookout for the unexpected.
Instead ..read more
Animate Your Science Blog
8M ago
Ahh storytelling!
From First Nation sketches on walls to Shakespeare penning his epic tales, the art of storytelling has been around since the dawn of time.
From early childhood, stories have captivated us, becoming treasured tales we joyfully recount even decades later.
But a beautifully crafted story is not just for children. Storytelling is perfect for science too!
Let’s dive in to find out why you should employ science storytelling! Plus we will reveal our secret weapon to transform your research into a magic tale every time.
Why tell a story in science?
Let me paint you a picture.
You’re ..read more