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Development of an interactive diorama

The researchers at the Leibniz Center for Tropical Marine Research (ZMT) have developed a concept for the ecologically sustainable operation of aquaculture. In the interactive diorama we developed, visitors can explore both the classic forms of fish farming and the so-called integrated multitrophic aquaculture. The world population and thus the global demand for food is growing. Almost 9.7 billion people will increase the demand for meat alone by 70% by 2050. The maximum capacity of agriculture will be reached in the foreseeable future. Our oceans have also long been overfished in many places. So what can we do?

  • Client

    Leibniz Center for Tropical Marine Research

  • Year

    2021

  • Tasks

    Illustration, interaction design, video production, script, editing, application development, exhibit construction, hardware procurement

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Aquaculture using the natural cycle

Aquaculture, the rearing of aquatic animals and plants, could be an important building block in the world's food supply in the future. Conventional aquaculture is still associated with major ecological problems, such as pollution of the environment through its waste water, the spread of diseases or the destruction of entire habitats. Many of these problems can be solved with the environmentally friendly approach of integrated aquaculture (IMTA). It combines various breeding animals and plants that form a natural cycle in which leftover feed and waste materials are optimally utilized.

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Display case model with touchscreen interaction

How the concept of multitrophic aquaculture solves current problems is illustrated in the interactive diorama using a tropical coastal landscape, because this form of aquaculture can provide a secure livelihood, especially in developing countries. The diorama combines the classic display case model with touchscreen interaction. A lovingly designed overview illustration invites you to interactively explore the different levels of the model and thus the topic. In addition to introductory texts, images and video interviews on the subject of aquaculture, IMTA and new foods from the sea can be explored.

The interactive diorama is one of the winning projects of the 2020 university competition.