Create and share illustrative scientific figures
BioRender is a web-based platform for crafting and sharing visually engaging scientific figures for communication and publication purposes. This tool allows you to import existing images or illustrations and even create custom icons on demand. The platform includes a scientifically accurate image library to help save time and costs associated with using expensive illustration software.
Request a BioRender license by following the instructions via the PPMS Research Computing Core.
If you are already registered, access the BioRender site.
Additional information
Eligibility
Only available to members of Harvard UniversityBioRender is available to members of Harvard University, including Faculty, Staff and Students who are working within a lab or department that will provide funding for software purchases using the Harvard University 33-digit billing system.
Note – Hospital affiliates are not eligible for this service.
Access and Support
How to get or request the software- Request – Request a BioRender license via PPMS Research Computing Core.
- Instructions – Detailed instructions on how to create a PPMS RC Core account and order research software.
- Platforms – Web Browser-based access, Harvard Key Account required.
- Support – For software support, reach out directly to the vendor. For additional queries or issues, email rchelp@hms.harvard.edu.
Please allow up to 3 business days to process and issue software licenses
Please allow up to 5 business days to process and issue new ppms accounts, plus 3 business days to process and issue software licenses once software orders are placed
Licensing
Pricing details for acquiring the software licenseBioRender costs can be found on our pricing page.
A Harvard Departmental 33-digit billing code is required for this payment. The license term runs from November 1 to October 31 of each year. Users must have a valid, active HarvardKey account.
- A Research Computing Core PPMS account is required
- A Harvard Departmental 33-digit billing code is required for this payment
- The license term runs from November 1 to October 31 of each year.
- Users must have a valid, active HarvardKey account
- BioRender licenses are web based, with users authenticating with their HarvardKey credentials
- Because BioRender is web based, licenses can be used on any computer by the licensed individual
- Users must order their own licenses: Licenses cannot be ordered on the behalf of another individual
- Licenses cannot be transferred to an individual that is not the original license holder
- There's no prorated pricing available for this software