­Building Science Graphics: An illustrated guide to communicating science through diagrams and visualizations…

…is a practical guide for anyone—regardless of previous design experience and preferred drawing tools—interested in creating scientific illustrated explanatory diagrams. Starting with a clear introduction to the concept of information graphics and their role in contemporary science communication, it then outlines a process for creating graphics using evidence-based design strategies. The heart of the book is composed of two step-by-step graphical worksheets, designed to help jump-start any new project. This is both a textbook and a practical reference for anyone that needs to convey scientific information in an illustrated form for articles, poster presentations, slide shows, press releases, blog posts, social media posts, and beyond.

Published by CRC Press / Routledge (AK Peters Visualization series)

Table of Contents

Part 1 • Underpinning

1 • Introduction

2 • What are Science Graphics?

3 • Science Communication Fundamentals (link directs you to this free sample chapter)

4 • Graphic Design Fundamentals

5 • Perception Science

6 • Making Sense of Visual Complexity

7 • Organization and Emphasis

8 • Color

9 • Typography

10 • Visual Style 

11 • Storytelling Strategies

12 • Practicalities

Part 2 • Illustrating Science

13 • Special Considerations for Science Graphics

14 • Types of Science Graphics

Part 3 • DIY (do it yourself)

15 • The Process of Building Graphics

16 • Step-by-Step Guide for Building Your Own Science Graphic

17 • Step-by-Step Guide for Adapting Your Graphic for a Different Purpose

Part 4 • Joint Efforts

18 • Collaborations