ZDMS SciArt Competition

 

Illustration & Short Film Challenge

Submission Deadline: August 1st, 2026

The Zebrafish Disease Models Society (ZDMS) invites artists, scientists, and trainees to participate in our inaugural SciArt Competition, celebrating the transformative impact of zebrafish research on human health.

Participants are asked to create an original illustration series or a short film (1–3 minutes), based on the focus areas identified by the ZDMS Advocacy Committee - see below the guidelines. Submissions should communicate key advances in human health enabled by zebrafish models in an engaging and accessible way.

Prizes: 1st Prize $300 | 2nd Prize $150 | 3rd Prize $50

Selected entries will also receive Honorable Mentions in recognition of outstanding creativity and scientific communication.

 
 

Submission Guidelines

  • Submissions must address at least three of the focus areas identified (see Illustration guideline text).

  • Illustration entries should present a cohesive visual narrative (e.g., a series or sequence).

  • Film entries should be 1–3 minutes in length and may follow the example guiding script provided below.

  • Content should be clear, engaging, and accessible to a broad, non-scientific audience.

  • All submissions must be original and scientifically accurate.

 
 
 
Illustration Guideline text
Short Film Script Guide
 
click here to submit your entry

Join us in communicating the power of zebrafish disease models to a broad public audience!

Questions? Contact Rita Fior at rita.fior@research.fchampalimaud.org.