A Guide to Visual Media and Q&A with Drew Berry
Acclaimed Biomedical animator, Drew Berry will discuss the use of visual media by researchers to engage other stakeholders and the role played by science communicators and senior leaders. Drew will deliver a 20minute presentation followed by a question and answer session.
Drew Berry is a Biomedical animator who creates scientifically accurate and aesthetically rich visualisations that reveal the cellular and molecular processes for a wide range of audiences. Beginning his career as a cell biologist and microscopist Drew brings a rigorous scientific approach to each project, immersing himself in relevant research to ensure current data are represented. Since 1995, he has been a biomedical animator at the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research (WEHI). His animations have exhibited at venues such as the Guggenheim Museum, MoMA, the Royal Institute of Great Britain and the University of Geneva. In 2010 he received a MacArthur Fellowship "Genius Award".
Links
WEHI animation library
Drew Berry Wikipedia
TED talk
Björk 'Hollow' music video
Drew Berry is just one of the presenters at the Researchers Guide to the Media event the same day from 1:00pm to 3:00pm. Designed for researchers and students, all are welcome to attend.
