Biology

Botany Through Art

Botany Through Art

UC Davis Plant Genomics Program launched a K-12 education program called “Science through Art” to teach plant biology using artistic media.  This collaborative effort is made possible by UCD graduate students, faculty, and local elementary teachers.

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Biology Grad Student Group Promotes Science Through Art

Biology Grad Student Group Promotes Science Through Art

BioEASI (Bio-Education and Art for Science Innovation) is a UC San Diego graduate student organization in the Division of Biological Sciences.  Their goal is to increase the public understanding of science using outreach, education, and the arts. http://www.bioeasi.org/

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The Art of the Naturalist

The Art of the Naturalist

Acorn Naturalists is a company that sells nature educational supplies.  They carry an array of products designed to aid in developing educational lessons about nature using the arts.

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Physicist Turned Sculptor

Physicist Turned Sculptor

Julian Voss-Andreae conducted graduate research in quantum physics.  Now, he is most well known for his heavily science inspired sculptures, which have garnered him plenty of good press.

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Sculpting New Life

Sculpting New Life

Sculptor William Kidd uses ceramics to create “organic possibilities”.  These realistic imaginary biological pieces are inspired by close study of a variety of organisms, from plants, to microbes, to sea life.

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Evolution Picture Book

Evolution Picture Book

“Little Changes”, by Tiffany Taylor, is a free online children’s picture book that teaches some basic evolution concepts.  Artist James Munro’s illustrations playfully demonstrate the cumulative effect of small changes over time.  The website also has resources for teachers, kids, and parents.

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