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BIOCOMM 2025
Inspiration - Education - Technology
BIOCOMM 2025 will have something for everyone. Come and be inspired in this unique part of the world. Our educational program will feature current and new technologies along with many opportunities to network with your peers and meet new colleagues. Our dynamic educational program provides plenty of learning experiences. Registration includes workshops.
Simon Brown has been a clinical photographer for over forty years and has been
teaching and training in the profession for more than two decades. He is a Fellow of BCA, and both a Fellow and Honorary Fellow of the Institute of Medical Illustrators (IMI) and is the
2025 BCA Louis Schmidt Laureate.
Presentation:
Telling a Story: The Publication of a new Clinical Photography Textbook
Danielle was a practicing medical photographer for 29 years and
continues to be active in many professional associations. These days she is pursuing her interests in the creative aspects of photography. She recently had a solo exhibition at Goldstreet
studios in Melbourne Australia. Danielle currently serves as the BCA Director of Communications and is a BCA Louis Schmidt Laureate.
For more information, visit https://www.danielleedwards.com.au/
Presentation:
Digilogue: A Photographic Journey
Workshop:
Field Photography Workshop
Alan Goldstein, FBPA has been a full time professional biomedical photographer and
videographer with 44 years’ experience and 38 years in a management capacity from 1971-2015. Alan specializes in medical photography, high speed cinematography and video production. His
achievements include documentaries for ABC Discovery Health, CBS and CNN as well as several TV commercials and cinematographer for two theatrical films. His work was nominated Outstanding
Science, Technology Programing for 26th Annual Emmy Awards.
Presentation:
Lighting for Video in a Hospital Setting
Christina Gundersen holds a BFA from the School of Visual Arts. She is an Accredited Imaging Scientist and an
Associate of the Royal Photographic Society. Gundersen serves on the Executive Editorial Committee for the Journal of Visual Communication in Medicine and the Certification Committee for the
BioCommunications Association.
Presentation:
Key Problem Areas in Clinical and Total Body Photography
James Hayden, RBP, FBCA is Managing Director of the Imaging Shared Resource at The Wistar Institute in Philadelphia,
PA, USA. In addition to specializing in high-end microscopy of cancer cells, he enjoys applying his skills to other forms of scientific imaging, including wildlife photography and
astrophotography, and will provide an overview of some practical lessons learned through experience and in the field. Jamie is currently serving as President of the BCA and is a BCA Louis
Schmidt Laureate.
Presentation:
Fundamentals of Astrophotography
Charles “Chip” Hedgcock has more than 30 years of experience photographing in medicine, the life sciences, and fine arts. He is equally at home photographing in the studio or in the field. Since 2009 Chip has been the lead photographer for a series of biological expeditions into remote regions of Northern Mexico. Chip is a Registered Biological Photographer, a Fellow of the BioCommunications Association, and a Louis Schmidt Laureate. His award-winning photographs have appeared in an eclectic mix of publications including; LensWork, Spin, Ranger Rick, BBC Wildlife, Outdoor Photographer, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Nature, and the Journal of BioCommunications.
For more information: charleshedgcock.com
Presentation:
Anne Shiras Pioneer Lecturer
The Natural World: One Photographer's Journey
Workshop:
Field Photography Workshop
Amy Lake has worked in the clinical photography profession for over twenty-three years and has extensive experience teaching clinical photography to both trainee photographers and other healthcare professionals. Amy is a Fellow of Institute of Medical Illustrators (IMI).
Presentation:
Telling a Story: The Publication of a new Clinical Photography Textbook
A Snapshot into Educating and Training Clinical Photographers in Wales
Manuel earned his bachelor's degree in mechanical and
electrical engineering from Tec de Monterrey in 2000 and completed his master's degree in production engineering at the Technische Universität Berlin in 2006. His early career focused on
finite element analysis, gears calculations and drive systems.
Since 2006, Manuel has been working at his own company, Química Tech, where one of his key responsibilities is assisting clients with microscopy applications. Additionally, he creates content for the @quimica_tech Instagram account.
In his free time, he enjoys rock climbing and adventure motorcycling. He was also a member of Mexico's national athletics team, competing in pole vaulting and the decathlon.
Presentation:
Microscopy and Art
Micro-Spectrophotometry in Forensic Applications
Kathy McFall is the Head of Medical Illustration Services, NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde, providing photography,
design and print, and video and animation services in one of the largest health boards in the UK. She is a Fellow, Hon Fellow and current education lead of the Institute of Medical
Illustrators. She is also past Chair of IMI, former editor of the Journal of Visual Communication in Medicine, and a Past President of the Health and Science Communications Association
(HeSCA) and a BCA Louis Schmidt Laureate.
Presentation:
Clinical Photography: Thriving or Fading Away?
Julie is a visual communicator and accomplished photographer who conceptualises ideas, transforms key elements
and delivers unique, innovative artwork to support major campaigns, branding, creative publications and communication materials. During her career she has partnered with senior executives
from the corporate, government and not-for profit sectors including health, education, research, foundations/charities, real estate agencies and major corporations.
As the Director of a major business unit within the New South Wales health system, she was responsible for the delivery of design and print services to six world class health care facilities and a number of leading research and tertiary education institutions. In addition to servicing internal customers, she was responsible for sourcing new business and identifying revenue streams. Julie is co-owner of JAM Graphics based in New South Wales, Australia.
Presentation:
Producing a book series to enhance language in Australia
Nathan Pallace is a multidisciplinary photographer who has worked at the Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, Arizona for thirteen
years. At Mayo Clinic, Nathan provides imaging solutions for a wide range of medical specialties with a focus on surgical photography. The images he creates are necessary for general patient
documentation, medical education, publication, insurance, and legal purposes.
Nathan has received numerous awards for his work throughout his career at state, national, and international levels. He has also been asked to speak at colleges and professional conferences about his knowledge and experiences working in medical imaging. Nathan’s images have been published in numerous medical books and articles and in 2024 his chapter on medical photography was published in the book Clinical Photography – Theory and Practice: A Reference and Guide for Practitioners. Nathan is the current Chair of BioImages.
Presentation:
Insights into Surgical Photography Techniques and Protocols
Howard J. Radzyner is a board certified medical and scientific photographer based in New York. As
Principal of Radzyner, et al., LLC he provides a variety of photographic, communications and consultancy services to clients in the worlds of medicine, science, law and art. He previously
held professional appointments at several NY area medical schools. His photographs have been published in journals such as Science, Nature, Cell and the New England Journal of
Medicine; have illustrated numerous papers, books, exhibits and presentations; have supported submissions for product, drug and device approval before federal agencies and have provided
evidence in civil and criminal proceedings.
His previous research on Roman Vishniac’s work as a scientific photographer and cinematographer has been widely published and presented.
Presentation:
A foray into medicine: The Vishniac-Sawyer thrombosis research films
Keven Siegert has been producing educational programs for more than forty years. He was the Director of
Biocommunications for the University of Arizona School of Medicine – Phoenix, and Director of the PBS series “The Doctor Is In” for Dartmouth Medical School. He is a
recipient of the “Golden Raster” award for lifetime achievement in media production from the Health and Sciences Communication Association (HeSCA). For the past ten years, Keven
has been producing independent films through his creative visualization company, Telepathic Stuntman.
Presentation:
Independent Documentary Filmmaking: From Idea to Distribution
Gale is an Adjunct Professor at RMIT University in Melbourne,
Australia. He is currently active in forensic consulting, research and conducts workshops for various private organisations and government departments. He retired in 2013 as the Deputy Dean
of Teaching and Learning in the School of Science. From 1988 to 2008 he was the Program Leader of Scientific Photography and from 2008 to 2011, was the Program Leader of the Applied Science
Multi-major degree program. Gale is a BCA Louis Schmidt Laureate.
Workshop:
Field Photography Workshop
Bruce received his PhD in Wildlife Science from the University of Massachusetts in 1980 and followed that with postdoctoral studies in Africa and the U.S. He then landed a job with the Arizona Game and Fish Department as Assistant Director of Conservation Administrator. From this position Bruce worked on international and local endangered species projects, travelled all over the world as a States delegate to the Convention on the International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES), worked with the International Association of Game and Fish Agencies, lead a group of over 200 employees, and developed wildlife conservation projects.
Bruce’s mother was a part time photographer so he was introduced to photography at a relatively young age. In the mid 1990s Bruce began to travel with research biologists to photo document their work to be used in publications, presentations, and public relations. From here he became obsessed with the photographic process and how it was useful in the conservation of wildlife and other natural resources. Bruce’s photography covers a span from elephants to bees eyes! He has published three books on the photographic process and been a contributor in many wildlife related books from the U.S. and Mexico.
Bruce’s emphasis is helping researchers and public relations personnel communicate their projects through the use of photographic images. His favorite “research” projects are with bats and bees! Bruce has almost countless publications of his images. Most notably are a few images in National Geographic, a lot of work for Arizona Highways magazine, covers for Science magazine, several posters on bats, snakes, and much more! Bruce has received awards for his photography from National Geographic Society, Nikon Small World Contest, Close-up Photographer of the Year, and North American Nature Photography Association.
From the early 2000s until 2022, Bruce taught wildlife photography workshops in Africa, South America, Canada, and the U.S. Bruce’s obsession continues to date with an emphasis on those things that live in Arizona.
For more information:
Presentation:
Maria Ikenberg Lindberg Keynote Address
Getting the Word Out: My Life Photographing Wildlife Research
Bob Turner is a retired biomedical photographer with better than four decades experience in a variety of medical and
scientific photographic areas. Since retiring, Bob has concentrated his efforts on natural science imaging with both digiscoping and conventional (DSLR & mirrorless) techniques. Bob is a
BCA Louis Schmidt Laureate.
Presentation:
How low can you go? The Ground Pod
Made in the SHADE!
Natural Science Images
Tom Vadnais, PE, is an independent tire and automotive engineering consultant and a professional photographer. His work as a tire
failure and application expert requires him to regularly create photographs of very challenging subjects in every kind of lighting condition. Tom’s accident reconstruction work requires
him to photograph vehicles and wreck sites regardless of conditions. As one of his specialties, he is often asked by clients and other consultants to take night photographs that accurately
document lighting conditions. For his product liability consulting, he’s got to be prepared to photograph specimens, labs, test facilities, test setups, and the tests themselves whether
they are indoor, outdoors, or both, in any kind of light or weather.
Since 2018, Tom has taught a three-day automotive forensic photography class through SAE International at various locations around the US. He has also taught landscape and nature photography workshops and Photoshop classes since 2004.
For more information, visit VadnaisEngineering.com or LinkedIn.
Workshop:
Portable Flash Workshop
Andrew Vivaldo is a Forensic Services Technician with the Niagara Regional Police Forensic Services Unit in Niagara
Falls, Ontario, Canada. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminology & Criminal Justice and is a Certified Forensic Identification Officer through the Canadian Police College. In his
career, Andrew is responsible for the examination of crime scenes along with the collection, preservation, and forensic processing of fingerprints, DNA, and other various forms of physical
evidence. Forensic Photography duties in his position include, but are not limited to, photographing major crime scenes, evidence, vehicles, criminal offenders, and victim injuries.
Presentation:
Close Up / Macro Photography in Police Forensics
John began his working career as a veterinarian working in a mixed practice in regional NSW, Australia. He eventually
owned a managed a veterinary practice and developed a specialty in Avian Medicine and Surgery. John developed an interest in photography and switched careers after completing a Diploma of
Photography and worked as a medical photographer in a major paediatric hospital in NSW, Australia.
Presentation:
Creating a Teaching Video
Ellie is the founder of Gold Street Studios
in Victoria, Australia. Established in 1999, Gold Street Studios has become the centre for alternative photographic print processes in Australia and New Zealand. The studio provides a
resource Centre for photographic image-makers attracting local and international participants looking to advance their knowledge and skills in the art, craft, and science of handmade and
early photographic print processes. In 2011, Ellie published The Salt Print Manual.
Ellie is a master at her craft and exhibits widely in Australia, Europe, England and China, with works and articles published in books and magazines nationally and internationally. Ellie has taught the art and craft of alternative processes internationally from China to the USA. Ellie’s philosophy of sharing the knowledge, skills and craft of these photographic processes firmly establishes them into modern photographic practices so they will continue to further develop and endure into the future.
Ellie holds a Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Applied Science in scientific photography.
For more information, visit https://www.goldstreetstudios.com.au/
Presentation:
A Modern Approach to Four Colour Carbon Printing
Gold Street Studios – Embracing Alternative Photography
If you require additional information about presentations or if you wish to present at BIOCOMM, please contact Gale Spring.
Program Planning Committee
Christina Gunderson, Gail Matsumoto, Dale Kennedy, Bob Turner, Alan Goldstein, Charles Hedgcock, James Hayden, James Koepfler, Gale Spring, Danielle Edwards
