In the last quarter of 2024, we launched a brand-new category of anatomy content, introduced new features for content creators in Studio, and improved the user experience for learners in the Human Viewer.
Read below to learn more about our Q4 updates!
Expert Collections
We are thrilled to introduce Expert Collections, a new category of 3D models created in collaboration with leaders in medical education.
These collections are thoughtfully curated to align with the specific learning objectives of different audiences, offering trusted, expertly vetted content tailored to your needs.
Our first two Expert Collections (with more to come!) focus on foundational anatomy knowledge for students of Physical Therapy and Medicine:
- Anatomy for Physical Therapy Students, developed in collaboration with Kirsten C. Moisio, PT, PhD, Professor of Physical Therapy at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine.
- Anatomy for Medical Students, developed in collaboration with Jonathan J. Wisco, PhD, Associate Professor of Anatomy and Neurobiology at Boston University School of Medicine.
You can find Expert Collections on the homepage, under the “Explore” dropdown menu, or at the bottom of the Explore page in the Categories section.
Use these expertly curated resources as they are, or customize them further in Human Studio to create tailored educational materials for your learners. Explore these collections today and experience the depth of expertise they bring to your learning materials!
Animated GIF support
In addition to static images, videos, and audio, you can now incorporate looping animations—or animated GIFs—into your 3D models to create more engaging and informative learning experiences.
Upload a short video (a .mov, .mp4, or .webm file that is ≤10 MB and ≤15 seconds) to any label or chapter description, and the system will automatically convert it into a looping animation. Alternatively, you can directly upload your own pre-made animated images as WebP files.
These animations seamlessly complement your 3D model by illustrating dynamic processes, such as muscle movements or steps in a surgical procedure. Unlike videos, looping animations replay automatically, keeping users focused on the content and helping them retain information without needing to press play.
Animated GIFs can be created from a variety of sources, including surgical videos, medical imaging, or even screen recordings of animated BioDigital Human content. This makes them a versatile tool for illustrating complex concepts.
For detailed instructions on how to use this feature, see Add an animated GIF to my model.
Customizable—and more visible—label pins
A new Custom label theme allows you to customize the color of your pins' foreground (i.e., +, -, or other icon) and background. Use this feature to match your labels to your organization's brand colors, create a distinctive look, or visually differentiate concepts or functions within a model.
To create your own custom label theme, follow these steps:
- In Studio, click the Label icon to open the Labels panel.
- Select an existing label from the list, or add a new one to your model.
- Click the Style tab under the label's name.
- Under Theme, select Custom from the drop-down menu.
- Use the color picker to choose your Pin Foreground and Pin Background colors, or enter a custom HEX, RGB, or HSLA code.
- Adjust any additional label settings, such as Pin, Type, and Make Pin Glow.
- Repeat these steps for other labels, or create additional labels as needed.
In addition, the opacity and size of all of our labels have been increased, making them more visible against any model color.
Anatomy Explorer updates
We have made a few updates to the Anatomy Explorer in the Viewer to make it easier and faster to find anatomical structures:
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Renamed the tool "Anatomy Search" to better reflect its primary function as a search utility.
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Moved the Search bar to the top of the panel for easier access, and changed the default tab to List, where search results are returned in a flat list.
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Added support for Latin terminology, with Latin names now displayed beneath common names for applicable structures in both the List and Tree views. Structures can also be searched by their Latin names, improving usability for international users.