Can Videogame Players Inform Better Scientific Visualization'

Abstract

We sought to explore how knowledge of videogames could inform the design of complex digital interfaces for bioinformatics visualization tools. Aquaria is an open-source web resource for visual exploration of protein structures. We present the results of a series of workshops conducted with participants who have expertise in videogame design and development. We report on emerging themes relating to how videogames might inform improvements in the design of Aquaria and other bioinformatics visualization tools. Future work is described.