Visual Biomedical Communicatioin

3D Illustration

Activation of STAT3 by PKM2

Molecular illustration of the mechanism of activation of signal transducer and activator of transcription 3 (STAT3) molecules. When a dimeric form of pyruvate kinase M2 (PKM2) enters the nucleus it activates the transcription of mitogen-activated protein kinase 5 (MEK5).

The Micro-pumping Mechanism of Hummingbirds Tongues

A didactic poster that includes both 3D models and 2D schematic diagrams to illustrate the newly discovered mechanism of the hummingbirds tongues as a micro-pump.  

2017 Vizzies People's Choice in Posters & Graphics Category
Selected for 2017 UIC Legacies and Leaders gallery

Phenotypic Plasticity of Pristimantis mutabilis

The purpose of this illustration is to showcase the mutable rain-frog and its unique ability in skin texture transformation as an example of phenotypic plasticity.

2017 UIC Image of Research 1st Place in Still Image Category

Anatomy of the Ankle Joint

Illustration showing the bones and ligaments of the ankle joint.

Anatomy of Canine Front Paw

Nanobots in ActionThis editorial piece created as the cover art for the UIC Bioengineering Student Journal depicting an imaginary scene of nanobots interacting with red blood cells in the heart.  

Nanobots in Action

This editorial piece created as the cover art for the UIC Bioengineering Student Journal depicting an imaginary scene of nanobots interacting with red blood cells in the heart.  

3D Model of Horse Vertebra

This is a render of one of the 3 horse vertebrae models sculpted based on a 3D scan. The set of vertebrae was used to demonstrate an abnormal asymmetry of the spine.

Life Cycle of the Amphibian Chytrid FungusThis team project illustrates a serious fungal condition that has been devastating frog populations around the globe. The fungus can penetrate through its host's skin and develop underneath. The change in sk…

Life Cycle of the Amphibian Chytrid Fungus

This team project illustrates a serious fungal condition that has been devastating frog populations around the globe. The fungus can penetrate through its host's skin and develop underneath. The change in skin structure will eventually kill the host as it interferes with the absorption of electrolytes.

Spinal Tumor

2D ILLUSTRATION

Proper Nail-Trimming Technique for Canine

This illustration demonstrates the proper nail trimming techniques for both long and short nails to avoid bleeding.

Anatomy of the Paw Pads

This illustration shows the differences in appearances of digital and metatarsal pads between Canine and Ursidae.

A Helping Hand

This editorial piece is created to accompany an article in the Northwestern Public Health Review discussing the health care for migrants from Syria. 

Potential Treatments for Urethral Stricture in Male

This is an educational piece created for the Urology Department at the UIC hospital aimed to provide the patient with an understanding of the different types of treatment in relation to the location to the stricture.

Hind Limb Ligaments in Equine

This anatomical piece is created for first year veterinary students to study the location and attachments of the ligaments in horse hind limb.

The roles of Mla and Pld in Phospholipid Balancing in Gram-Negative BacteriaThese three illustrations describe the three forms of the outer membrane compositions of gram-negative bacteria -- normal (asymmetrical), abnormal (symmetrical), and mu…

The roles of Mla and Pld in Phospholipid Balancing in Gram-Negative Bacteria

These three illustrations describe the three forms of the outer membrane compositions of gram-negative bacteria -- normal (asymmetrical), abnormal (symmetrical), and mutant (evolved symmetrical) -- and the associated responses of the Pld and Mla molecules.

Horn and Antler

Horn and Antler

Feline Mast Cell Tumor Locations

 
Fecal CollectionThis cartoon style illustration depicts the process of data collection of an experiment. The bacteria of investigation was introduced to the volunteers, whom a fecal sample was collected from. The sample was then analyzed and DNA seq…

Fecal Collection
This cartoon style illustration depicts the process of data collection of an experiment. The bacteria of investigation was introduced to the volunteers, whom a fecal sample was collected from. The sample was then analyzed and DNA sequence extracted.

Mast Cell Tumor Requirements

 

ANIMATION

 
 
 

Incomplete Treatment of Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis is one of the major health concern in Uganda. Treatment involves a 8-month medication process, which many patients failed to complete. However, failing to complete the course of medication might worsen the disease and potentially result in mutated strains. This is an interactive application that aimed to educate patients about the potential consequences of abandoning the treatment. 

 
 

The Spay Hook technique

This animation accompanies the iBook "Introduction to Ovariohysterectomy", demonstrating the usage of a spay hook to isolate the uterine horn. It aims to help veterinary students understand the location of the uterine horn in relation to the incision as well as the motion of the spay hook in order for a successful procedure.

 

iBooks

All iBooks can be downloaded from the iBook Store and viewed with any Apple device.

 
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Introduction to Ovariohysterectomy

The two most commonly performed surgical procedures in veterinary practice, ovariohysterectomy and ovariectomy, often are the first ones veterinary students learn in school. While these procedures can be completed rapidly by experienced practitioners, they can be daunting for students. Therefore, the purpose of this interactive book is to help veterinary students envision the anatomical structures involved, the steps required to perform each surgery, the clinical scenarios in which these surgeries would be performed, and any associated consequences and complications.

 
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Urine Charge

Elementary students often find it difficult to understand the structure and function of the urinary system. However, this is one of the most important systems in the body and truly deserves to be understood. The aims of this interactive book were to make the urinary system understandable, relevant to children and even a bit of fun. We’re hopeful that young students will find it helpful and stimulate their interest in learning more about the body.

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Leukogram Patterns

Based on the fact that pattern recognition is a critical part of veterinary clinical practice, this book is designed to help veterinary students differentiate changes in hematology parameters typically associated with inflammation, corticosteroids or excitement. By being able to recognize four common leukocyte responses (inflammatory leukogram, inflammatory neutropenia, corticosteroid-mediated stress leukogram, catecholamine-mediated stress leukogram), they will be able to reach diagnoses more rapidly, determine the most appropriate therapeutic interventions to use, and provide accurate prognoses to clients.

 
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Liver Function & Dysfunction

Students often struggle to understand the many functions of the liver and how they are affected by disease. This is because the liver does more than filter substances arriving from the gastrointestinal tract via the portal circulation. This interactive book was developed to address these difficulties by helping students to more fully understand how the liver functions, and which substances typically are measured in the circulation to assess the organ’s functional capacity.