Project Milestone: Infographic

As part of the Human Microbiome Action project, EUFIC has developed an infographic to enhance public communication and outreach. Infographics serve as a visually captivating medium, capable of presenting complex data in an entertaining and informative manner. They effectively combine concise text, engaging imagery, and thoughtful design to convey a compelling story. In the case of scientific concepts, infographics encourage engagement from both experts and lay audiences. Within the Human Microbiome Action project, informational materials such as this infographic play a crucial role in summarising the project’s objectives and outcomes and providing information on the broader topic of human microbiome research and public health.

The infographic (MS29), designed by EUFIC in collaboration with project partners, draws information from the various project activities including scientific publications, partner workshops with international experts, Delphi Surveys and other activities. The infographic focuses on the role of microbiome research in the context of public health, explaining the current understanding of a healthy microbiome, current shortcomings and pitfalls in translating microbiome research into clinical practice and outlining research focuses on making microbiome research more inclusive and accessible in the future. The infographic is linked to the factsheets derived from the various work packages of the Human Microbiome Action project, which provide more detailed information on each aspect, creating a valuable cross-communication link.