Unlock the Power of Visuals
Iliana, lead instructor at AgileColor, specializes in turning complex scientific information into clear, engaging visuals. With a focus on scientific artwork and infographic design, she helps PhD students, postdocs, and employees across the Netherlands and Europe develop the essential skills to create professional-quality scientific designs.
Today, strong visual communication is more important than ever. Iliana’s courses address the growing need for well-designed scientific work, from thesis books and posters to impactful infographics. She starts with the basics, guiding participants through Adobe Illustrator and InDesign, while introducing key scientific design principles. AgileColor also offers specialized workshops on infographic design to help you effectively convey your research findings. Iliana’s approach empowers you to build the skills and confidence needed to create high-quality, professional visuals that truly elevate your scientific work.
Our Expertise and Reach
As an Adobe Certified Instructor and a certified teacher in the Netherlands since 2019, Iliana brings a wealth of expertise. Her courses are proudly offered through leading institutions, including Wageningen University & Research, Utrecht University, Erasmus University Medical Center (Rotterdam), Rijksinstituut voor Volksgezondheid en Milieu (RIVM), and The Advanced Research Center for Chemical Building Blocks Consortium (ARC CBBC). If you’re affiliated with these institutions, you can register directly through their platforms. Otherwise, please contact AgileColor to inquire about course availability and personalized options.
AgileColor offers two comprehensive online courses and several tailored workshops:
Our “Scientific artwork & Infographics” course features 5-hour sessions over 4 weeks.
The “InDesign & Layout” course provides 4-hour sessions over 4 weeks.
Both options include personalized feedback and one-on-one guidance from Iliana, ensuring you can apply design principles directly to your projects. You’ll also benefit from comparing your work with curated examples of best scientific design practices. To reinforce learning, each participant receives a printed manual summarizing key concepts and design principles—a valuable ongoing reference.
Upcoming Courses & Personalized Support
Exciting updates are coming in September 2025! We’re thrilled to announce a brand-new course specifically designed for experienced scientists ready to elevate their visual communication. This advanced offering is perfect for those who have successfully completed our basic Scientific Artwork & Infographics course and have good knowledge of Adobe Illustrator. If you’ve mastered the fundamentals and are now eager to refine your scientific infographics, AgileColor is here to guide you. This new course will be an interactive online workshop, where you’ll work directly with Iliana, receiving real-time feedback on your projects. You’ll also benefit from seeing how your peers approach and solve design challenges, inspiring new solutions for your own work.
Beyond our online courses and workshops, Iliana also provides in-situ (face-to-face) support. You can book a personalized session with Iliana to discuss specific design challenges you’re facing. Prefer to connect online? Virtual one-on-one consultations are also available.
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