Layered paper-cut illustration of an African male scientist examining a clipboard, surrounded by chemical structures, DNA, lab equipment, and healthy foods.

A layered paper-cut illustration showing an African male scientist in a white lab coat, looking at a clipboard or notebook with scientific charts and molecular diagrams. Around him appear scientific and nutritional elements such as chemical structures, microscopes, and icons representing B-vitamins (like B6, B9, B12) as well as Mediterranean diet foods like olive oil bottle, fish, nuts, grains, and vegetables. The style should be minimalist, flat, and textured, resembling paper layers cut and stacked, with soft shadows between layers for depth. The color palette should be dominated by dark blue, navy, and teal tones, with small touches of white and light gold for contrast. The background should feel academic and elegant, abstract but cohesive, with scientific symbols subtly integrated (DNA helix, folate molecule, or methyl group icons). The lighting should be calm and diffuse, giving a sense of professionalism and serenity, suitable for a PhD thesis cover. See more