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Jodie Jenkinson

@jodiejenkinson.bsky.social
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Professor, Biomedical Communications @mscbmc.bsky.social @uoft.bsky.social. Hovering in a happy place between art & science.

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Master of Science in Biomedical Communications @mscbmc.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
We're hiring: Assistant Professor—Biomedical Communications. Seeking a researcher, practitioner, teacher and colleague who is focused on the visual communication of medicine and science. Read more 🌐 uoft.me/BMC-Search. Application materials due Oct 19, 2026.
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Master of Science in Biomedical Communications @mscbmc.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
The Vesalius Trust awarded BMC student Josip Petrusa a 2026 research grant. The grant supports his master's research to reimagine how biomimicry–nature-inspired problem solving–is taught to biology undergrads. Josip is using animation to connect ideas of sustainability, healthcare and water access.
Plasmodial slime mold grows toward its food source–fungi.Slime mold naturally finds the most efficient path to the fungi.Slime mold helps inspire better city planning of subway lines and ambulance routes.
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Jodie Jenkinson @jodiejenkinson.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Att'n @mscbmc.bsky.social grads. Interesting job opportunity: cifar.bamboohr.com/careers/97
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AI Communications Officer / Spécialiste Des Communications En IA
AI COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER La version française suit. This is a hybrid position based out of the CIFAR office located in the MaRs Discovery building. Staff are required to be in the office three days ...
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Amy Zhang @amykzhang.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
🌟Sharing our upcoming paper at #ieeevis! @lauragarrison.bsky.social @jodiejenkinson.bsky.social & I apply deconstruction theory to our interviews with visual data journalists to trace implicit+historic beliefs of objectivity/subjectivity & humanism/mechanism in #datavis 📊 arxiv.org/abs/2507.12377
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Master of Science in Biomedical Communications @mscbmc.bsky.social · 21/07/2025
Meet Ashton Goebel, MScBMC Class of 2025–a medical animator and illustrator passionate about accessibility and inclusivity within medical media. Ashton is experienced in 2D/3D animation, anatomical and surgical illustration, and designing for patient education. 🌐 ashton-goebel-vizualization.com
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Master of Science in Biomedical Communications @mscbmc.bsky.social · 25/07/2025
Meet Stefanie Jinyin Wang, a biomedical illustrator & animator who prioritizes diverse & accessible design Stefanie is eager to collaborate and apply her illustration, 2D- & 3D-animation, & interactive design skills to visualize research & knowledge for different audiences.   🌐 www.stefaniejyw.com/
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Master of Science in Biomedical Communications @mscbmc.bsky.social · 28/07/2025
Meet Yu-Wen Jan, a visual designer and science communicator. She leverages 2D/3D illustration, motion graphics & interactive design skills to translate complex scientific ideas into accessible visual narratives to enhance understanding & impact for diverse audiences.   🌐 www.yuwenjan.myportfolio.com
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Master of Science in Biomedical Communications @mscbmc.bsky.social · 22/07/2025
Meet Emily Huang, MScBMC '25-a scientific & medical illustrator who uses storytelling & design to humanize health & science. Emily leverages her skills in graphic medicine, 2D animation & interactive design to create accessible and empathetic visuals to improve health equity. 🌐 www.emilyhuang.ca
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Master of Science in Biomedical Communications @mscbmc.bsky.social · 23/07/2025
Meet biomedical visualization specialist Katelyn Moore MScBMC '25 who turns medical & scientific communication into impactful & memorable visual experiences. She specializes in 2D/3D visuals for the anatomical, molecular, biological, medical device, med-legal, & surgical fields. 🌐 mooremedical.ca
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Master of Science in Biomedical Communications @mscbmc.bsky.social · 24/07/2025
Biomedical communicator Anaiah Reyes MScBMC '25 uses 2D-illustration, animation & 3D-modelling to transform complex scientific ideas into clear, engaging visual narratives. Anaiah enjoys projects involving cutting-edge biomedical research and editorial publications. 🌐 anaiahreyes.myportfolio.com/
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Jodie Jenkinson @jodiejenkinson.bsky.social · 21/07/2025
Meet newly minted graduates of the @mscbmc.bsky.social graduate program in #medicalillustration #sciart @utoronto.ca
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Jodie Jenkinson @jodiejenkinson.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
Great blog post by AXS 3D on what it means to be a medical illustrator: axs3d.com/blog/what-is... #sciart @mscbmc.bsky.social
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What Is A Medical Illustrator?
Medical illustration is a unique applied art discipline that comprises professional medical illustrators and animators. Learn more about it today!
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Jodie Jenkinson @jodiejenkinson.bsky.social · 07/07/2025
Hey #sciart folk - check out the latest episode of the Institute of Medical Science podcast Chat GPD. It features an interview with ‪@azuravesta.bsky.social‬ "from sketches to science communication" youtu.be/Jt1KS7aLZrU?...
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ChatGPD | Science, Creatively: From Sketches to Science Communication
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Master of Science in Biomedical Communications @mscbmc.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
Today’s June 20 BMC Speaker Series talk with Katja Tetzlaff has unfortunately been cancelled. We apologize for the disappointment, but please stay tuned for more information on future Speaker Series events!
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Master of Science in Biomedical Communications @mscbmc.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
Join us for the next guest in the BMC80 Speaker Series–Katja Tetzlaff, Medical Illustrator & Instructor. "Accurate & Affirming: Inclusive Medical Illustration." Friday, June 20, 2025 at 12 pm (ET) Register to attend: uoft.me/katja-tetzlaff
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Social Media Lab @socialmedialab.ca · 02/06/2025
[New Report] Canadians are split on GenAI’s net societal impact (39% positive, 34% negative, 27% neutral) but unite around key concerns—security and privacy (72%), reliability of information (68%), job displacement (68%), and effects on higher education (68%). figshare.com/articles/pre...
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Master of Science in Biomedical Communications @mscbmc.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
Medical Illustration Podcast host Paul Kelly has released his latest episode that celebrates the 80th anniversary of the @MScBMC program! www.pkvisualization.com/post/medical...
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Medical Illustration Podcast - Biomedical Communications 80th Anniversary
Beginning as “Art as Applied to Medicine”--a diploma course in 1945, at the University of Toronto, Biomedical Communications, or BMC, evolved into a graduate degree program over the past 80 years. In ...
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Master of Science in Biomedical Communications @mscbmc.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
📣 CALLING BMC ALUMNI AND STUDENTS! Join the Anatomical Illustration Challenge—a community-driven event to celebrate 80 years of BMC! ✨ Showcase your skills. ✨ Let your creativity shine. ✨ Join the Challenge! DEADLINE: May 30, 2025 (Aligned with AMI Salon Deadline) JOIN: uoft.me/anatomical-i...
A promotional poster for the BMC80 Anatomical Illustration Challenge, hosted by the Master of Science in Biomedical Communications program at the University of Toronto. The dynamic design features three overlapping anatomical illustrations: "Arteries of the Face and Scalp" by Shehryar (Shay) Saharan, "Camel Anatomy, Superficial Nerves and Blood Vessels" by Dave Mazierski, and "Knee Surgery," an historical illustration by renowned Canadian medical illustrator Maria Torrence Wishart. The poster includes a call for participation in a red oblong shape, a note that reads see details in the description, and a green badge displaying the deadline of May 30, 2025.
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Master of Science in Biomedical Communications @mscbmc.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
SCIENCE TRADING CARDS GALLERY LAUNCH In celebration of BMC80, we are unveiling all four editions of SciCards in a new online gallery. The exhibit includes–for the first time–SciCards 2024. Step into the gallery, and ✨ explore ✨ see what's new ✨ revisit favourites. Gallery: uoft.me/SCICARDS-GAL...
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Jodie Jenkinson @jodiejenkinson.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
Interested in some hands-on practice with visualizing biological and/or medical data? The 2025 Bio+MedVis Challenge @ IEEE VIS is now live (lnkd.in/gzYv7JNZ) The submission deadline is 15 August.    Questions? Reach out at biovis_challenge@ieeevis.org
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Jen Christiansen @jenchristiansen.com · 17/02/2025
Scientific American is seeking a full time summer/fall news graphics intern (focused on dataviz). Experience w/Adobe Illustrator + the ability to work in the U.S. is required. We’re hybrid—in NYC office at least 2x a week. Apps due March 21 📊 🧪 🐡 springernature.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/SpringerNatu...
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Graphics Intern, Scientific American
Job Title: Graphics Intern, Scientific American Location: New York (Hybrid Working Model) Application Deadline: March 21, 2025 About Springer Nature Group Springer Nature opens the doors to discovery ...
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Timothy Caulfield @caulfieldtim.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
The cost of lies: Misinformation is worsening mental health & eroding our social fabric healthydebate.ca/2025/02/topi... @healthydebate.bsky.social "The fight against disinformation is not just about protecting facts; it’s about safeguarding our mental health, our democracy & our collective future.
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The cost of lies: Misinformation is worsening mental health and eroding our social fabric - Healthy Debate
Political propaganda, amplified by social media and unscrupulous actors, has become a weapon of choice, wreaking havoc on mental health, public safety and democracy itself.
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Glendon Mellow @flyingtrilobite.com · 04/02/2025
Discover one of the best corners of Bluesky: the SciArt Feed 🐡. 🎨 Hundreds of artists 🧪 Science-focused 🎟️ Curated contributors 🥳 No NFTs or gen AI Like & pin it today:
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CellWalk @cellwalk.bsky.social · 14/11/2024
CellWalk for Apple Vision Pro. Tour the molecular machines inside a cell in this interactive and incredible learning experience. apps.apple.com/us/app/cellw... #applevisionpro #visionpro #appstore #vr #ar #scicomm #education #edtech #biology #cellvis #visionos
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Timothy Caulfield @caulfieldtim.bsky.social · 02/02/2025
Health misinformation on the rise, Canadian Medical Assoc survey www.cbc.ca/radio/whitec... with @samanthayammine.com Me: "I think it's important to remember that distrust is largely generated by the spread of misinformation." This is a massive public health issues.
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Health misinformation on the rise, Canadian Medical Association survey finds | CBC Radio
A new survey from the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) shows that health misinformation is on the rise, as more Canadians turn to social media for their news over traditional media organizations.
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Timothy Caulfield @caulfieldtim.bsky.social · 22/01/2025
New study shows radical-right populists are fueling a misinformation epidemic www.zmescience.com/science/news... Yep, #misinformation a political strategy. From study: "...we find that radical-right populism is the strongest determinant for the propensity to spread misinformation."
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New study shows radical-right populists are fueling a misinformation epidemic
Misinformation isn’t just a problem — it’s a political strategy.
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Glendon Mellow @flyingtrilobite.com · 17/01/2025
Choices on Bluesky go beyond reactionary politics and anger farming. With the SciArt Starter Pack, get thought-provoking images from over 100 selected artists engaged in science. Plus, add the popular SciArt Feed 🐡 to your skyline. ✨And no AI images.✨ #medsky #academicsky 🧪 🎨 #illustration
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The New Yorker @newyorker.com · 15/01/2025
The new prosthetic invented by Matthew Carty and Hugh Herr is the first leg design that allows wearers to walk nearly as quickly and unthinkingly as anyone else—a feat that Herr described as “more than I had expected in my wildest dreams.”
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A Bionic Leg Controlled by the Brain
A new kind of prosthetic limb depends on carbon fibre and computer chips—and the reëngineering of muscles, tendons, and bone.
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Glendon Mellow @flyingtrilobite.com · 13/01/2025
Fleeing Facebook and Instagram? Discover one of the best corners of Bluesky: the SciArt Feed 🐡. 🎨 Hundreds of artists 🧪 Science-focused ✅ Curated contributors 🥳 No NFTs or gen AI Like & pin it today:
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Jodie Jenkinson @jodiejenkinson.bsky.social · 12/01/2025
Jean Chretien is celebrating his 91st by telling Trump to piss off in a wonderful opinion piece in the Globe: www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/arti...
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Opinion: Jean Chrétien: Canadians will never give up the best country in the world to join the U.S.
The former prime minister says it’s time to enact a Plan B to handle Donald Trump’s outrageous threats
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Jodie Jenkinson @jodiejenkinson.bsky.social · 08/01/2025
Still laughing…
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Timothy Caulfield @caulfieldtim.bsky.social · 04/01/2025
Another Safest Countries ranking. Canada #6 www.usnews.com/news/best-co... Note how most of top countries (Switzerland, Norway, Sweden, Finland, New Zealand, etc) have strong community ethos, strong social systems, high education, etc. Ain't always about being "tough" on crime.
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André Picard @picardonhealth @picardonhealth.bsky.social · 20/12/2024
Ontario First Nation declares state of emergency after wastewater system failure. Marten Falls, a fly-in-fly-out Anishinaabe community of about 250 people, has been under a boil-water advisory for 19 years, by Niall McGee www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/artic... via @theglobeandmail.com #sdoh
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Ontario First Nation declares state of emergency after wastewater system failure
The fly-in-fly-out Anishinaabe community has been under a boil water advisory for 19 years, one of the longest running in Canada
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Jodie Jenkinson @jodiejenkinson.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
Wonderful new work by @drewberry.bsky.social Beautifully animated and wonderful sound design #sciart
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Jen Christiansen @jenchristiansen.com · 01/12/2024
As written by Melanie Feinberg, “When we view objectivity and subjectivity as opposites rather than complements, we distort the empirical realities of data collection.” thereader.mitpress.mit.edu/the-myth-of-... (Article makes me want to read Daston & Galison’s excellent book _Objectivity_ again) 📊🧪
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The Myth of Objective Data
When we view objectivity and subjectivity as opposites rather than complements, we distort the empirical realities of data collection.
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Carl Zimmer @carlzimmer.com · 26/11/2024
Even in 1924, the journal Nature still preferred "man of science" to "scientist." www.nature.com/articles/d41...
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Why the word scientist was controversial 100 years ago
Snippets from Nature’s past.
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