Iliana specializes in designing both the cover and layout for PhD thesis books, blending intellectual depth with creative elegance. She works closely with doctoral candidates to understand the essence of their research, ensuring that both the cover and interior layout align with the unique focus and tone of each thesis. From creating covers that make a strong first impression to designing clear, visually engaging layouts that improve readability, Iliana pays careful attention to typography, page structure, and visual elements. Her aim is to create polished designs that help each thesis present its content in an accessible and visually appealing way.
Cover design
Iliana specializes in creating scientific artwork and infographics that communicate complex research concepts with clarity and visual impact. She works closely with researchers to design layouts that effectively organize and present scientific data, ensuring that every visual element contributes to a cohesive and engaging narrative. Drawing on principles from art and design—such as balance, contrast, and visual hierarchy—Iliana transforms scientific information into aesthetically pleasing and easy-to-understand visuals. Whether it’s structuring multi-part infographics, designing graphical abstracts, or creating compelling figures for presentations, her work enhances both the accessibility and the impact of scientific communication.
Infographics
Iliana specializes in designing both the cover and layout for PhD thesis books, blending intellectual depth with creative elegance. She works closely with doctoral candidates to understand the essence of their research, ensuring that both the cover and interior layout align with the unique focus and tone of each thesis. From creating covers that make a strong first impression to designing clear, visually engaging layouts that improve readability, Iliana pays careful attention to typography, page structure, and visual elements. Her aim is to create polished designs that help each thesis present its content in an accessible and visually appealing way.
Layout design
Iliana is the lead instructor at AgileColor, specializing in scientific artwork and infographic design. She offers a range of courses for PhD students, postdocs, and employees across the Netherlands and Europe. As the demand for designing and laying out scientific work—including thesis books and posters—grows, Iliana’s courses help participants develop the skills to create polished, professional designs. She begins with the basics, guiding students through Adobe Illustrator and InDesign while introducing scientific design principles. With the increasing need for effective infographics, AgileColor also offers specialized workshops on infographic design principles. Iliana has been an Adobe Certified Instructor since 2019 and a certified teacher in the Netherlands since 2015. Her courses are offered through several universities and institutes, including Wageningen University & Research, Utrecht University, Erasmus University Medical Center (Rotterdam MC), Rijksinstituut voor Volksgezondheid en Milieu (RIVM), and The Advanced Research Center Chemical Building Blocks Consortium (ARC CBBC). Students from these institutions can register through their respective platforms, while others can contact AgileColor for course availability and personalized options.
Course & Workshops
Iliana has been passionate about painting for over 30 years, honing her skills and developing a unique artistic style. She creates paintings both for her personal collection and for sale, offering a diverse range of works that reflect her creativity and mastery of various techniques.
Atelier
For over a decade, Iliana has been creating distinctive logos and visual identities, starting her career in company branding and design before focusing on the academic and scientific world. Her expertise lies in crafting logos for university departments and research organizations, ensuring each design reflects the unique identity and mission of the group.
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