Fostering functional creativity and research literacy in undergraduate scientists via multimedia communication

Innovative thinking and a capacity to communicate new concepts to a diverse audience are key attributes for a successful researcher. With digital technology driving major innovations in research communication (e.g., graphical abstracts, “at-a-glance” news feeds), we must ensure our students gain the multimedia skills needed to be successful producers and communicators of knowledge in this digital era1-8. In this project I will collaborate with artists and scientists across the ANU to develop authentic research-led learning opportunities that foster creative thinking and communication of research in our undergraduate scientists. The approaches developed here will help empower online delivery of higher education.