Bringing immunology to life through animation

New collaboration with the University Production and Creative Team to create novel immunology animation teaching resources.

Understanding complex biological processes can be challenging for students, particularly in fields like immunology. Recognising this Dr. Erica Wilson, Lecturer in Immunology, began to rethink how immunology is taught. In collaboration with the Production & Creative team, she is developing novel animations of immunological concepts and processes to enhance student learning.

The groundbreaking project is bringing the concepts and processes of immunology to life. Traditional teaching methods such as diagrams, jargon-heavy textbooks and static images can sometimes leave students uncertain of key interactions and relevance. Dr. Wilson saw an opportunity to address this.

“I've always really loved immunology but students can be daunted by it. So, I wanted to dispel that myth and improve conceptual understandings of immunology, because once you grasp the concepts, the details fit into place.”

A new case study from the Digital Education team explores the project, sharing the animations and the video created.

Watch the new video and read the case study, for the full story.