Vasundhara Kapoor

Human embryology is a branch of biology concerned with the study of an embryo from the stage of ovum fertilisation through to the foetal stage. The complex morphological changes taking place during the embryological development of a human being make it a difficult subject to teach and learn effectively. Due to the developments occurring across three dimensions (3D), representation using 3D visualisation is crucial to understanding the morphogenesis of internal structures. The need for more content in this area makes it essential to develop resources to help bridge this gap in embryology education. This project aims to create a 3D visualisation resource to help students understand cardiovascular embryology better while promoting a multimedia approach to learning the subject.

The project is a web-based resource consisting of a 3D animation, static 3D models and an animated 3D model, demonstrating the processes involved in developing the cardiovascular system. The resource has been created to be used with other learning approaches, offering students a blended learning experience and more control over their learning approach. This project endeavours to bridge gaps within embryology learning, allowing educators to access 3D visualisation resources to teach embryology, making it an accessible and engaging subject.