The wonderful, fluorescent, massive world of tiny invisible things. This project aims to address the lack of representative science content for children by creating animated hybrid documentary science

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The wonderful, fluorescent, massive world of tiny invisible things. This project aims to address the lack of representative science content for children by creating animated hybrid documentary science stories for ages 11-12 featuring a diversity of scientists (especially women) as protagonists which can in turn influence STEM career choices. The project expects to generate new knowledge pioneering a new model of science communication translating scientific research visual data into engaging animated narratives, enhancing diversity and scientific visual literacy for children. Outcomes are an education-focused series showcasing diversity for broadcast and the classroom. Benefits include user-tested, science content for students and a lucrative, exportable economic model of practice for Australian filmmakers.. Scheme: Discovery Projects. Field: 3605 - Screen and Digital Media. Lead: Prof Rachel Landers