About me

Uniting neuroscience and graphic design: making complex research clear, precise, and engaging.

Portrait

I am a Ph.D. candidate at the Central Institute of Mental Health in Mannheim and the University of Heidelberg, Germany. My research focuses on the neuropeptide oxytocin, examining cortical signaling and its roles in social interaction and pain processing.

Alongside my scientific career, I have built a strong foundation in graphic design and visual communication. This combination allows me to quickly understand complex scientific ideas and translate them into clear, accurate, and visually compelling graphics — a bridge between science and design that defines my approach.

I completed a B.Sc. in Biology at LMU Munich, followed by an M.Sc. in Molecular Biosciences/Neuroscience at the University of Heidelberg. I am now in the final year of my Ph.D., investigating neuropeptide signaling mechanisms within the brain.

During my scientific journey, I realized how crucial effective visual communication is — for talks, posters, and publications alike. I began designing figures and schematics first for my own projects, and soon for colleagues, supervisors, and collaborators. This experience inspired me to deepen my skills through several graphic design courses and professional training programs, including ones specifically focused on visuals for scientists.

Today, I work with tools such as Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, and Blender for 3D visualization to create high-quality, publication-ready figures, graphical abstracts, and visual identities for scientific communication. My goal is always the same: to make research accessible, elegant, and memorable — visually and conceptually.

Certificate

I completed an online graphic design program; the official web certificate is embedded below.