The Visual Intersection of Science and Design.
Location
FA-247
Start Date
1-5-2026 9:40 AM
Department
Art
Abstract
My work focuses on the intersection of design and science. My background in biology has informed my interest in creating engaging designs relevant to the field of science. I explore how visual design enables the understanding of complex scientific concepts. I aim to communicate that science and design are closely intertwined disciplines that use structure and iterative methods to solve problems to communicate complex ideas. Many times, when scientific concepts are presented to the public, they are hard to understand and digest. Yet, through my understanding of design principles I aim to utilize hierarchy, composition and movement to create scientific design that can be easily understood. I will be showcasing visual work for NEIU’s Gensburg Markham Prairie (GMP) and from my internship at the Botany Collection of the Field Museum. These projects aim to bring awareness of their importance to a wider audience. Through these projects I developed skills in branding, accessibility, and visual narrative. My visual strategy includes using cohesive design solutions that rely on visual clarity, cutting out redundancy and complex scientific lingo. During the symposium, I am also preparing an exhibition at the Fine Arts Center that will include highlights from the GMP. The work will be displayed as a breakdown of the visual identity/branding for the GMP, promotional assets like brochures, postcards, stickers and a large format poster to highlight the uniqueness of the prairie, and to raise awareness about this restored prairie that is driving distance from our campus. Through my designs, I hope to demonstrate how design can strengthen the acquisition of science concepts by people outside of the field. My work reflects my growth as a designer by pursuing cohesion and accessibility through a visual narrative. Ultimately, my goal as a graphic designer is to help scientific institutions create visual narratives that spark the engagement needed to continue the research and sharing of new knowledge. I hope that my work with NEIU’s GMP and the Botanical Collections at the Field Museum will be only the beginning of this pursuit.
Faculty Sponsor
Vida Sacic
The Visual Intersection of Science and Design.
FA-247
My work focuses on the intersection of design and science. My background in biology has informed my interest in creating engaging designs relevant to the field of science. I explore how visual design enables the understanding of complex scientific concepts. I aim to communicate that science and design are closely intertwined disciplines that use structure and iterative methods to solve problems to communicate complex ideas. Many times, when scientific concepts are presented to the public, they are hard to understand and digest. Yet, through my understanding of design principles I aim to utilize hierarchy, composition and movement to create scientific design that can be easily understood. I will be showcasing visual work for NEIU’s Gensburg Markham Prairie (GMP) and from my internship at the Botany Collection of the Field Museum. These projects aim to bring awareness of their importance to a wider audience. Through these projects I developed skills in branding, accessibility, and visual narrative. My visual strategy includes using cohesive design solutions that rely on visual clarity, cutting out redundancy and complex scientific lingo. During the symposium, I am also preparing an exhibition at the Fine Arts Center that will include highlights from the GMP. The work will be displayed as a breakdown of the visual identity/branding for the GMP, promotional assets like brochures, postcards, stickers and a large format poster to highlight the uniqueness of the prairie, and to raise awareness about this restored prairie that is driving distance from our campus. Through my designs, I hope to demonstrate how design can strengthen the acquisition of science concepts by people outside of the field. My work reflects my growth as a designer by pursuing cohesion and accessibility through a visual narrative. Ultimately, my goal as a graphic designer is to help scientific institutions create visual narratives that spark the engagement needed to continue the research and sharing of new knowledge. I hope that my work with NEIU’s GMP and the Botanical Collections at the Field Museum will be only the beginning of this pursuit.