Comics - Wormly Speaking

Comics are a fun and versatile way to communicate complex ideas. As a comic enthusiast, I began illustrating them to share my research findings. I’ve crafted comic strips for some of my scientific publications, blending storytelling with science in an engaging format. Rather than following a rigid publishing schedule, I allow my creativity and current mindset to shape the scientific narratives I bring to life.

Expanding on this passion, I launched Wormly Speaking—a project dedicated to giving voice to the fascinating yet often overlooked polychaete worms. Through this channel, my mission is to empower and inspire us with hopeful stories while also sharing the remarkable traits of these worms, such as their reproduction styles and ability to regenerate. These worms have been my role model of resilience during hard transitional times in my life. Take a peek at the stories I’ve created so far— they may be hopeful worms for you too!

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Syllis in Wonderland - Part II. Syllis versus The Queen of Hearts!

We named a polychete species in honor to Zelinha (Maurizelia de Brito) - the guardian of the paradisiacal Rocas Atoll. Thanks Zelinha. Details in Freitas et al. (2023).

We named a polychaete species in honor to my first PI, Dr. Zafira de Almeida. Unfortunately, she left us so soon and I miss her so much. She will continue to be one of my role models. Thanks, Za. Details in Freitas et al. (2022)

A new Ramisyllis from Japan. It clearly deserves a comic, and it will be a new friend for Syllis. Details in Aguado et al. (2022).

I described a new syllid species and it was the inspiration for my first comic character, Syllis. Details in Ribeiro et al (2020)

We named a polychete species in honor to Zelinha (Maurizelia de Brito) - the guardian of the paradisiacal Rocas Atoll. Thanks Zelinha. Details in Freitas et al. (2023). We named a polychaete species in honor to my first PI, Dr. Zafira de Almeida. Unfortunately, she left us so soon and I miss her so much. She will continue to be one of my role models. Thanks, Za. Details in Freitas et al. (2022) A new Ramisyllis from Japan. It clearly deserves a comic, and it will be a new friend for Syllis. Details in Aguado et al. (2022). I described a new syllid species and it was the inspiration for my first comic character, Syllis. Details in Ribeiro et al (2020)