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Development Dynamics Cover Feature
One of my most rewarding projects was a 3D scientific render created in collaboration with Dr. Brian Eames and primary author Jason Nguyen, which gained significant recognition within the research community. Initially published as part of the article “Evolutionary repression of chondrogenic genes in the vertebrate osteoblast” in the FEBS Journal (October 2020, Figure 2), this render was later selected as the cover image for Development Dynamics, Vol. 252, Issue 11, November 2023.
“3D scientific illustration featured on the cover of Development Dynamics, Vol. 252, Issue 11, November 2023, created by JS Gauthier, highlighting evolutionary repression of chondrogenic genes in the vertebrate osteoblast.” Graphical Abstract Dorsal view of a stage NF64 Xenopus tropicalis froglet stained with PTA (phosphotungstic acid) contrast agent, using inline phase-contrast imaging at the Canadian Light Source, the only synchrotron in Canada, demonstrates features of the nearlyadult frog skeleton, also showing soft tissues including visceral organs. The tail is nearly done resorbing as the froglet nears the completion of metamorphosis. The bulbous white structures on either side of the neck region are the otic capsules of the inner ear. This image was obtained in collaboration with SciArtist, Jean-Sébastien Gauthier (J-S Gauthier Creative Services). From: Common features of cartilage maturation are not conserved in an amphibian model; Jason K. B. Nguyen, Patsy Gómez-Picos, Yiwen Liu, Katie Ovens, B. Frank Eames. DevDyn 252:11; https://doi.org/10.1002/dvdy.594.

Graphical Abstract

Dorsal view of a stage NF64 Xenopus tropicalis froglet stained with PTA (phosphotungstic acid) contrast agent, using inline phase-contrast imaging at the Canadian Light Source, the only synchrotron in Canada, demonstrates features of the nearlyadult frog skeleton, also showing soft tissues including visceral organs. The tail is nearly done resorbing as the froglet nears the completion of metamorphosis. The bulbous white structures on either side of the neck region are the otic capsules of the inner ear. This image was obtained in collaboration with SciArtist, Jean-Sébastien Gauthier (J-S Gauthier Creative Services). From: Common features of cartilage maturation are not conserved in an amphibian model; Jason K. B. Nguyen, Patsy Gómez-Picos, Yiwen Liu, Katie Ovens, B. Frank Eames. DevDyn 252:11; https://doi.org/10.1002/dvdy.594.

​​​​​​​• Read the original article in the FEBS Journal: Link
• View the cover feature on Development Dynamics: Link
This collaboration with Dr. Eames represents a significant milestone in my practice, demonstrating the intersection of scientific inquiry and artistic expression. Its selection as a journal cover highlights the power of visual communication in advancing understanding and sparking curiosity.
Alt Text: “3D rendered image depicting the evolutionary repression of chondrogenic genes in vertebrate osteoblasts, originally published as Figure 2 in the FEBS Journal, October 2020.”

This 3D rendering illustrates the evolutionary repression of chondrogenic genes within vertebrate osteoblasts, as highlighted in the article ‘Evolutionary repression of chondrogenic genes in the vertebrate osteoblast’ published in the FEBS Journal (Issue 20, October 2020). The visualization showcases cellular structures and molecular details relevant to the research findings, emphasizing the intersection of scientific data and artistic representation.

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