From science in laboratories to explaining scientific concepts as an illustrator and artist.

We dive deep into the realms of science communication, science illustration, women in Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM fields) and more in our #wonderwomen special series.

Our guest Ipsa Jain is a science illustrator and author who comes with an interesting and rare combination of being a biologist and researcher blended with visual communication and scientific storytelling skills. After earning her PhD at the Indian Institute of Science in Bangalore, in molecular oncology, Ipsa did a postdoc where she transitioned to science communication by creating a book on the science of colour. She’s built a science enthusiasts community at a science writing and communication club in the past. Currently, she takes up science communication and illustration projects as a freelancer under her own brand, Ipsawonders.

Hear her talk about:

(03:30) - Collectively answering existential questions like who we are through science and art

(05:00) – Approaching science illustration projects (science and art blend)

(09:00) - the exploration phase and finding the sweet spot between passion and profession (science and art)

(10:00) - Science visualization and what science illustrators do? + Learning community

(13:00) – Building a portfolio, showcasing your work and what science communicators need

(15:30) – Finding work, collaborators and networking and building connections for work

(19:00) - Women in STEM and leadership positions- the leaky pipeline & why science communication is considered a soft career

(21:00) – Addressing representation of women, mentors, community and women empowering women

(24:00) - Science illustration and India’s graphic movement + Digital and hand drawing

(27:00) - Career opportunities within science communication- a growing field (Institutional versus Gig-based sci comm)

(30:00) - Situational issues of survival as a freelancer + Funding situation in the science industry

Original Music by Joseph Mc Dade

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