Graphical Abstracts & Figures by a PhD Scientist
Journal-ready graphical abstracts, publication figures, and mechanism-of-action diagrams — scientifically accurate, made by a molecular biologist who reads your manuscript first.
Fast turnaround, without compromising accuracy
About
Bridging science and visual communication
Scientific Precision Meets Visual Clarity
I'm a scientific illustrator with a PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology - which means I don't just draw science, I understand it.
As a former Marie Curie Fellow, I've lived the research life: designing experiments, analyzing data, publishing papers, and explaining complex molecular mechanisms to both experts and non-specialists. Since 2018, I've channeled this expertise into creating scientific illustrations that are both visually compelling and scientifically rigorous.
My work spans peer-reviewed journal figures, grant illustrations, and teaching material for research labs and PhD-level courses - visuals that need to be accurate enough to survive peer review, not just look good on a slide.
What sets me apart? I bridge the gap between scientist and illustrator. I can read your papers, understand your data, ask the right questions, and translate your research into visuals that advance your goals - whether that's getting published, winning funding, or educating your audience.
Based in Germany. Working globally. Let's elevate your science.
Why Molecular Biology Illustration Matters
- Enhances comprehension of complex biological mechanisms
- Increases publication impact and citation rates
- Strengthens grant applications and funding proposals
- Makes lab methods and mechanisms easier to teach
Tools & Software
Adobe Illustrator
Vector Graphics
PyMOL
Molecular Visualization
ChimeraX
3D Structure Analysis
Blender
3D Modeling & Rendering
Photoshop
Image Editing
Specialized Expertise
- • Protein structure visualization
- • Cell signaling pathways
- • Drug mechanism of action
- • CRISPR and gene editing
- • Immunology and antibody therapeutics
- • Cancer biology and oncology
Portfolio
A selection of recent scientific illustrations across various applications
isomiR Biogenesis
Figure illustrating isomiR biogenesis — from primary microRNA transcription by RNA Polymerase II through microprocessor and Dicer processing to RISC loading — created for a peer-reviewed review article on mRNP remodeling published in Biomolecules (2020).
Drug-Protein Interaction
Animation created to teach PhD students how to build molecular-mechanism animations, using small-molecule binding to a protein target as the worked example.
EcoRV Restriction Enzyme
Educational animation showing the EcoRV restriction enzyme structure and DNA cleavage mechanism, created to teach students the fundamentals of molecular biology.
MutS DNA Repair Protein
Structural visualization of the MutS mismatch repair protein scanning, recognizing, and clamping onto a DNA mismatch, based on cryo-EM structures published in Nature Structural & Molecular Biology (2021).
Viral Structure and Assembly
Self-initiated illustration exploring viral capsid assembly and genome packaging, developed to demonstrate structural accuracy without a client brief constraining the composition.
Viral Entry and Replication
Self-initiated abstract visualization of the viral lifecycle — entry, replication, and budding — developed to explore a more graphic, simplified style for educational content.
Grant Illustration - Molecular Biology Research
Comprehensive molecular biology illustration created in Adobe Illustrator for a research grant application, showcasing complex biological processes and mechanisms. Client and project details withheld for confidentiality.
Alternative Splicing in Flowering Time Regulation
Figure illustrating how alternative splicing of CO and FLM controls the transition from vegetative growth to flowering in Arabidopsis thaliana, created for the same peer-reviewed review on mRNP remodeling published in Biomolecules (2020).
HPR1-Mex67-Sub2-Tho1 Complex
Mechanism figure for a peer-reviewed paper on nuclear mRNP assembly (Nucleic Acids Research, 2023), showing co-transcriptional recruitment of the TREX complex (Hpr1, Mex67, Sub2, Tho1) and its transfer onto the nascent mRNA via Npl3. Commissioned illustration for the research group behind the work.
Molecular Mechanism Animation
Self-initiated animation exploring molecular mechanisms and interactions, designed as a visually striking presentation backdrop — a style study in bringing complex biological processes to life.
Single-Molecule DNA Assay
Illustration for a magnetic-tweezers single-molecule assay from Professor Terence Strick's biophysics lab: a tethered, supercoiled DNA construct with two protein domains flanking a small-molecule binding site, visualizing how the assay detects ligand binding at the single-DNA-molecule level.
RNA Polymerase Transcription
Structural illustration of RNA Polymerase II and the RNA processing machinery, created to teach students the fundamentals of transcription.
SSB Fluorescence Labeling
Illustration of a single-stranded DNA-binding (SSB) protein prepared for site-specific fluorescence labeling, created to teach students the fundamentals of fluorescence-based single-molecule methods used in Professor Mark Dillingham's biophysics lab.
Services
Comprehensive scientific illustration services tailored to your needs
Publication-Ready Figures
High-quality illustrations designed to meet journal specifications and enhance the visual impact of your research papers.
- Journal-specific formatting
- Multiple revision rounds
- Editable source files
- High-resolution outputs
Grant Application Illustrations
Compelling visual narratives that strengthen your funding proposals and clearly communicate your research vision.
- Custom infographics
- Research workflow diagrams
- Hypothesis visualization
- Impact illustrations
Mechanism of Action Diagrams
Clear, scientifically accurate MOA illustrations for drug development, investor presentations, and regulatory submissions.
- Cellular-level detail
- Molecular interactions
- Step-by-step processes
- Comparative diagrams
Educational Materials
Engaging illustrations for textbooks, online courses, and educational platforms that make complex biology accessible.
- Simplified diagrams
- Color-coded systems
- Interactive formats
- Series consistency
Custom Molecular Visualizations
Specialized protein structure renderings, molecular dynamics, and 3D visualizations from PDB files.
- PDB structure rendering
- Custom color schemes
- Multiple viewing angles
- Annotated features
Conference & Presentation Graphics
Eye-catching visuals optimized for posters, slides, and digital presentations that engage your audience.
- Poster layouts
- Slide graphics
- Abstract illustrations
- Large format files
Training & Teaching
Hands-on training in scientific animation, teaching researchers how to turn their own mechanisms into clear molecular animations.
- Molecular animation workflow
- PhD-level course format
- Tool setup guidance
- Practical, project-based teaching
How It Works
A straightforward process from first message to final files
Consultation
Discuss your project requirements and scientific details
Sketch Review
Initial concepts and composition approval (3-5 days)
Illustration
Detailed illustration development (1-2 weeks)
Delivery
Final files in your required formats
Graphical abstracts: 5–7 days | Complex figures & animation: 2–3 weeks | Rush service available
Get in Touch
Let's discuss how I can help bring your scientific concepts to life
Ready to Start Your Project?
Whether you need a single illustration for a publication or a complete visual package for a grant application, I'd love to hear about your project.
Response Time
I typically respond within 24 hours
Free Consultation
Initial project discussion at no cost
Collaboration
Working closely with you throughout the process
What to Include
- • Brief description of your project
- • Timeline and deadline (if applicable)
- • Intended use (publication, grant, etc.)
- • Any reference materials or sketches