GHP November 2016

20 | ghp November 2016 Innovation & Technology SCICOMVISUALS How would you define your client base? SCICOMVISUALS’ clients range from research groups at university to (private as well as public) biotech and pharma companies in the biomedical and agricultural sector. What makes your firm unique? There are not many companies with a clear focus on content visualization aimed at clients in biotechnology and university. SCICOMVISUALS builds on deep scientific understanding of biomedical research, with over 20 years of experience in different areas of fundamental research as well as product development. With well over 10 years of experience in biotech industry, SCICOMVISUALS offers broad experience in all areas of product positioning, with services including graphic design, but also scientific writing, education, and public relations. What are the major challenges facing your business at present? Progress in the biotech sector is going really fast. At another level, the possibilities to visualize content grow rapidly as well. To ensure visualizations remain relevant and focused, it is important to stay up-to-date with major developments in science and design. Looking ahead, what is the main objective for your business? SCICOMVISUALS is still a young company – established only three years ago. With SCICOMVISUALS my aim is to become known as one of the world’s experts in content visualization. What business or business person do you most admire and why? The biotechnology sector provides a dynamic environment in which science and bright ideas can truly flourish. It is great to be part of a business that is committed to develop solutions that really help to deal with todays’ challenges. SCICOMVISUALS is an agency specialized in scientific communication, with a focus on visualization. We develop all kinds of visuals, from detailed infographics describing client’s technologies to compelling cover illustrations, professional scientific posters and presentations. In addition, SCICOMVISUALS can translate complex messages into convincing 3D animations, movies, websites or communication strategies. Name: Joost M. Bakker, Ph.D. Company: Scicomvisuals Email: [email protected] Web Address: www.scicomvisuals.com Address: Duivendrechtsekade 85-A Telephone: +31 (0)6 415 13 558