Hello! My name is Isabella Bushko and I’m a recent graduate of the University of Illinois Chicago with a Master of Science degree in Biomedical Visualization. I’m a lifelong visual learner with a passion for science, creativity, and communication. With a degree in microbiology and a graduate-level knowledge of human anatomy I hope to use my skills in illustration, 3D modeling, graphic design, and teaching to make science more accessible. As a first-generation Polish American and an avid traveler, I’ve learned the power of visual communication firsthand. I hope to use my skills to bridge the gap between a doctor and their patient, a researcher and a politician, or a teacher and their student.…

Isabella Bushko

Hello! My name is Isabella Bushko and I’m a recent graduate of the University of Illinois Chicago with a Master of Science degree in Biomedical Visualization. I’m a lifelong visual learner with a passion for science, creativity, and communication. With a degree in microbiology and a graduate-level knowledge of human anatomy I hope to use my skills in illustration, 3D modeling, graphic design, and teaching to make science more accessible. As a first-generation Polish American and an avid traveler, I’ve learned the power of visual communication firsthand. I hope to use my skills to bridge the gap between a doctor and their patient, a researcher and a politician, or a teacher and their student.…

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Hello! My name is Isabella Bushko and I’m a recent graduate of the University of Illinois Chicago with a Master of Science degree in Biomedical Visualization. I’m a lifelong visual learner with a passion for science, creativity, and communication. With a degree in microbiology and a graduate-level knowledge of human anatomy I hope to use my skills in illustration, 3D modeling, graphic design, and teaching to make science more accessible. As a first-generation Polish American and an avid traveler, I’ve learned the power of visual communication firsthand. I hope to use my skills to bridge the gap between a doctor and their patient, a researcher and a politician, or a teacher and their student.

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Language

English
Fluent
Polish
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
Japanese
Beginner

Work Experience

Graduate Assistant at University of Illinois Chicago, Anatomy Lab (Medical School)
January 1, 2024 - Present
Organized, re-stocked, and maintained the Medical School’s cadaver lab. Assisted the lab manager with body deliveries and preparation.
Teaching Assistant at University of Illinois Chicago, Anthropology Department
January 1, 2024 - Present
Gave small lectures on material before the lab and helped students; taught two lab classes; graded student work.
English Language Teacher at Interac
January 1, 2019 - March 1, 2020
Taught English to grades 1-6; prepared materials, planned and conducted lessons, and collaborated with Japanese faculty.
Research Intern at AbbVie
June 1, 2018 - August 1, 2019
Conducted PCR, Western blotting, ELISA, and DNA extractions for sequencing; analyzed and presented data.
Research Intern at TGA Bio Services
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Performed both laboratory and office duties in compliance with procedures and deadlines; worked with human cells.
Research Intern at Dr. Breakfield Lab, Massachusetts General Hospital (Harvard Medical School)
June 1, 2016 - August 1, 2017
Assisted a PhD candidate in cancer growth and function of extracellular vesicles; maintained cancer cells, captured images under a microscope, recorded data; worked with spectrometers, centrifuges, and thermocyclers; performed Western blot and electrophoresis.
Animal Medicine Intern at New England Wildlife Center
June 1, 2017 - August 1, 2017
Worked with a variety of animals and assisted veterinarians with medical procedures.
Undergraduate Lab Member at University of Massachusetts Amherst
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Worked with environmental and animal bacteria and tissue cells; collected, analyzed, and presented data.

Education

Bachelor of Science with Honors at University of Massachusetts Amherst, Commonwealth Honors College
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Master of Science, Medical Visualization and Human Anatomy at University of Illinois Chicago
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021
Master of Science, Biomedical Visualization at University of Glasgow, Glasgow School of Art
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

Saltire Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026
iCons Scholar
January 1, 2018 - June 22, 2026
Abigail Adams Scholarship
January 1, 2018 - June 22, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Education, Professional Services
    Surgical Illustrator for Device Implantation

    This set of illustrations show the methods of surgically inserting a S-ICD. These select images show only some of the steps in the complex surgical procedure. The images were used in a module that includes voice overs, videos, and images. The colors and styles were kept clean and neutral with clarity as the main goal.