3D MEDICAL ANIMATION FOR YOUR SCIENTIFIC PROJECTS

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3D Medical Animation Studio for Pharma, Biotech & Healthcare

Q: How long does it take to produce a 3D medical animation?

3D Animation Low Complexity: A simple 3D animation typically requires at least 3 weeks of work and 100 hours of labour. Medium Complexity: A medium complexity 3D animation generally requires at least 2 months and 150 hours of work. High Complexity: A high complexity 3D animation typically requires at least 3 months of work, with a multidisciplinary team dedicating over 300 hours. Augmented and Virtual Reality in medical animation Low Complexity: A simple augmented or virtual reality application typically requires at least 4 weeks of work and 200 hours. Medium Complexity: A medium complexity augmented or virtual reality application generally requires at least 2 months and 400 hours of work. High Complexity: A complex augmented or virtual reality application typically requires at least 4 months of work and 1000 hours.

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Medical Animation Studio | Services

3D Medical Animation Developments

We turn medical complexity into stunning animated visuals: from medical machinery to mechanisms of action (MOAs) for the pharmaceutical sector.

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Augmented and Mixed Reality

Impress your audience at conferences, trade shows, and presentations with interactive 3D models. We provide effective and powerful tools for your sales delegates.

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Virtual Reality for Doctors and Scientists

We bring your ideas to life using immersive technologies to create a multi-sensory impact with your potential clients; using medical games to virtual scientific presentations.

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Interactive Virtual Spaces. Metaverse

We create personalized virtual spaces that allow you to hold meetings, events, and talks, and communicate with other users in real-time with virtual avatars inside metaverses.

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Interactive Applications

We create interactive applications based on WebGL such as virtual showrooms or interactive catalogues to enhance your sales channels and corporate communications.

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APPLICATIONS OF 3D MEDICAL ANIMATION

The four most frequent commissions

Applications

3D visualization addresses a recurring problem in medical and pharmaceutical communication: representing processes that cannot be captured photographically.

Mechanism of action (MOA)

Representation of how a drug acts within the body, at molecular scale and in stages. Developed for HIPRA on the Bimervax vaccine and for Laboratorios Salvat on UVESOL, the latter in virtual reality for its international launch at the CPHI trade fair.

Mechanism of action animation

Medical product and device

The animation is generated from the 3D model of the device rather than from a manufactured unit, which makes the piece available at pre-launch stage: distributor network training, investor presentations or congresses ahead of the commercial date. Applied to the MYTHRA laser system by Novasonix Technology.

Medical device animation

Surgical procedure

Representation of the anatomical working plane, isolated from surrounding structures and at a level of detail that clinical photography and intraoperative footage cannot provide. It is the format in which Dr. Ernesto Buccheri presented his “Inner Bra” mastopexy technique at the CATBBAS congress.

Anatomical 3D visualization

Patient education

When the recipient is the patient, both the format and the level of technical detail change. For Medtronic we developed an interactive 360º experience, accessible from the browser and requiring no installation, about a system that adjusts insulin delivery every five minutes.

Patient education animation

Medical Animation Studio | Frequently Asked Questions

How Do We Work? What are the main steps to start a 3D Animation?

PHASE 1: Budget Creation To create a budget, the client must provide a brief script that outlines the key aspects of the project and a chronological sequence. This script can be textual and should ideally be accompanied by reference images and examples of the desired quality. Based on this initial script, we will provide an indicative budget.PHASE 2: Storyboard, Script, and Creativity Once the budget is approved, we will develop a storyboard so that the CLIENT can preview the creativity in terms of shots and cinematic framing. The client will have the opportunity to make any corrections or alterations necessary, and we will make the required changes until all of the client’s ideas are accurately represented. It is essential for the client to actively engage in this process as a co-author of the project. Based on all the ideas, project duration and work, we will provide the final project quote and request a deposit to begin the project.PHASE 3: Sending Previews During the 3D model development process, our company will send the CLIENT preview images of the work so that they can make necessary adjustments until they are fully satisfied. Client involvement is crucial, as they are co-authors in the project. Adjustments within the typical scope of any animation project are included in the budget. Once the project starts, any request that changes the script or content will be quoted for and a new budget given.PHASE 4: RENDERING Once the 3D model is complete and the CLIENT has approved the preview images, we will request written authorization to begin the rendering process, which usually takes between 48 and 120 hours. We generate 1500 images per minute of animation.PHASE 5: EDITING, SOUND, AND POST-PRODUCTION After the rendering process is complete, we will proceed with the linear editing of the animation. We have a team of voice actors to add any voiceover in any language.

How long does it take to produce a 3D medical animation?

3D Animation

Low Complexity: A simple 3D animation typically requires at least 3 weeks of work and 100 hours of labour.
Medium Complexity: A medium complexity 3D animation generally requires at least 2 months and 150 hours of work.
High Complexity: A high complexity 3D animation typically requires at least 3 months of work, with a multidisciplinary team dedicating over 300 hours.

Augmented and Virtual Reality in medical animation

Low Complexity: A simple augmented or virtual reality application typically requires at least 4 weeks of work and 200 hours.

Medium Complexity: A medium complexity augmented or virtual reality application generally requires at least 2 months and 400 hours of work.

High Complexity: A complex augmented or virtual reality application typically requires at least 4 months of work and 1000 hours.

How much does a 3D medical animation cost?

Our company estimates each job based on the number of hours required to complete each order, as each project is fully personalized and custom-made.

The cost for creating a 3D animation in our medical animation studio depends on 6 factors:

Number of Different Scenarios: For example, it’s not the same to animate everything in a single scene as it is to animate 3 or more different scenes. If a drug treatment affects multiple organs, the number of 3D models will increase.
Complexity of the Animation: For highly technical and specific requests, custom 3D models are recommended, which increases the cost. Using pre-made 3D models can reduce costs by up to 30%.
Length of the Animation: The length is a key element. To create a 1-minute animation, 1500 images are required, which significantly affects the price. A 30-second animation will cost less than a 5-minute animation.
Voiceover in Multiple Languages: Adding voiceover in multiple languages is more expensive than just adding background music.
Resolution of the Animation: Higher resolutions, especially if required for large format screens, can increase costs. For instance, a 4K resolution may be necessary for large exhibitions.
Urgency: In urgent cases, we may need to work during nights or holidays or use render farms to speed up the rendering process, which can raise costs.

What Types of Projects Can We Create for the Medical and Scientific Sector?

We can represent any type of surgical procedure or biological process with high anatomical and physiological accuracy. Our team is also capable of creating virtual imagery to illustrate any drug mechanism of action (MOA) at the microscopic and cellular level.

We animate in 3D the operation of all types of medical devices and surgical tools, offering clear and detailed visualizations.

Using exploded views and layered information overlays, our animations help physicians, students, and patients visually understand complex concepts in a straightforward and engaging way.

All animations can be delivered with voice-over in any language, as well as on-screen subtitles, to enhance accessibility and comprehension.

3D MEDICAL ANIMATION SERVICES

3D Animation, Augmented and Virtual Reality

We use the most advanced 3D visualization techniques, such as 3D Animation,
Augmented Reality, or Virtual Reality, which allow companies to stand out from
the competition and communicate their products and services
in a much more powerful and effective way.

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SECTORS WE WORK WITH

Pharma, medical technology, clinics and agencies

Sectors

Pharmaceutical and biotech industry

Explaining a drug means explaining a process nobody can see: not the professional who prescribes it, not the patient who takes it, not the team who presents it. Mechanisms of action for product launches, congresses and sales team training. Among others: HIPRA, Laboratorios Salvat, Pfizer, Novartis, AstraZeneca, Abbott, Boehringer Ingelheim and Fresenius Kabi.

3D visualization for pharmaceutical companies

Medical technology

The animation is built from the 3D model of the device, so the piece can exist before the manufactured unit does. Product communication, user interface, technical training and presence at sector trade fairs. Among others: Novasonix, Medtronic, Werfen, Hartmann, Zeiss and Bionet.

3D visualization for medical technology companies

Clinics and surgical teams

An anatomical plane with every other structure stripped away shows what neither clinical photography nor operating-room footage can. Used to present techniques to specialist audiences, as support for patient consultation and as teaching material.

3D visualization for clinics and surgeons

Communication agencies

We act as the 3D production team, without taking on strategy or media planning. This is the model applied with Evidenze Agency and BioCryst on the hereditary angioedema exhibition, a travelling awareness exhibition on a rare disease, timed to coincide with Rare Disease Day.

3D production for agencies

THE 3D MEDICAL ANIMATION COMPANY BEHIND THESE PROJECTS

Projects for:

– HIPRA, NOVARTIS, PFIZER, ZEISS, ASTRAZENECA, GRIFOLS, SALVAT
– ESTEVE, METRONIC, ABBOTT, ALCON INTERNACIONAL, among others…

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HOW WE WORK

Five phases, the same in every project

Methodology

Phase 1

4

Phase 1

SCRIPT AND QUOTE

The client provides a short script setting out the key points of the project and their chronological order. It can be plain text, though reference images and an example of the quality sought both help. We send an indicative quote based on that material.

Phase 2

5

Phase 2

STORYBOARD

Once the quote is approved, a storyboard is drawn so the creative approach can be reviewed at the level of shots and framings before a single render exists. Corrections are made as many times as needed. With the final duration and workload set, the final quote is closed.

Phase 3

4

Phase 3

DEVELOPMENT

While the 3D models are built, preview images are sent to validate anatomy, materials and finishes. On interactive projects we also deliver the graphic design and a working prototype, so the interaction can be tested before programming begins.

Phase 4

5

Phase 4

RENDER AND SOUND

With the model approved, rendering begins: 1,500 images for every minute of animation commissioned. Video editing and sound follow, with sound effects and voice-over in any language.

Phase 5

4

Phase 5

DELIVERY

The content is integrated into the augmented or virtual reality application, or hosted on a web server. If the project is published on Google Play or the App Store, allow 10 to 15 days for store review.

On projects that require it, the content is validated with the client’s scientific team before any stage is considered final. See the full process.

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