Graphic Design for Scientists

As research nowadays is almost exclusively accessed online, an engaging table of contents (TOC) graphic can amplify the attention your scientific article receives. Come to this workshop to learn graphic design basics along with tips and tricks across different platforms. We will start by examining different styles of published TOC graphics and journal cover designs to get some ideas. Then we will explore artistic features within PowerPoint, ChemDraw, and Gimp (a free Adobe Photoshop alternative) through a guided, hands-on approach. Bring your laptops if possible, and come ready to have fun exploring these platforms.

Biography: Carolyn Farling is a second year Ph.D. student in the Department of Chemistry. She has a Bachelor’s in Neuroscience, a Studio Art minor, and a Masters in Applied Science. Right now, she is working on developing new methods for neurochemical detection. In the past, she has published works ranging in topic from identifying pigments in historical paintings to designing new platforms for surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy sensing. She also has a published cover design in the Journal of Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics.