Publishing Research Is Important. Understanding It Is What Creates Impact.
Animation services trusted by academics, universities, and research funders.
Communicating your research shouldn’t feel like another full-time job.
Between research, papers, grants, teaching, supervision, and everything else that comes with academic life, science communication often slips down the priority list.
- Reach the public that ultimately funds it (≈70% globally)
- Inspire the next generation of scientists
- Attract talented students and collaborators
- Strengthen grant applications and funding success
- Increase visibility and citations for your latest research
The challenge isn’t publishing more research. It’s helping people understand it.
Producing high-quality science communication takes time, creative expertise, and resources that many research teams simply don’t have.
So most researchers rely on journal articles, conference talks, press releases, and university news stories, hoping their work reaches the audiences it deserves.
But reach alone doesn’t create impact. People first need to understand why the research matters.
The uncomfortable reality
Every year, millions of research papers are published.
Many are read by only a handful of people.
Some are never cited.
Most never reach the public, policymakers, practitioners, patients, or organisations that could benefit from them.
Publishing remains essential.
But publication alone is no longer enough.
If research is to create real-world impact, people first need to understand it.
Access → Understanding → Impact
Publication gives people access to research.
Understanding allows them to engage with it.
Impact happens when understanding leads to action.
SciTube helps bridge the gap between access and impact through clear, engaging scientific animation.
Why Science Communication Matters More Than Ever
Science communication is no longer optional. It is now assessed in many funding, evaluation, and impact frameworks, sometimes accounting for up to 25% of decision criteria.
When funding is under scrutiny, or when research fields are being misrepresented in public debate, the ability to clearly communicate your work becomes more important than ever.
It is no longer just about publishing papers. It is about helping the wider world understand why your research matters.
SciTube: High-impact science communication, done for you
Ready to get started? Choose the option that best fits your communication goals
Video Lite
A fast, affordable 2-minute research video using professionally sourced stock footage, images, narration, and music. Ideal for researchers wanting a lower-cost outreach option without full custom animation production.
£850
(we can invoice in any currency)
Animation Classic
Our most popular option. A fully custom 3-minute 2D animation designed specifically around your research, offering the best balance between visual customisation, engagement, and affordability.
£2,310
(we can invoice in any currency)
Animation Plus
Our premium option. Includes everything within Animation Classic, plus 2 x custom 15-second 3D animated scenes to create a more cinematic, visually advanced, and high-end presentation of your work.
£4,800
(we can invoice in any currency)
See Our Work in Action
We’ve helped thousands of researchers make complex science understandable to wider audiences.
Watch more examples? visit our animation library
The solution: animated explainers people watch, share, and remember
Why SciTube? (vs DIY or generic creatives)
SciTube
Research translated by scientists
Fully managed from scripting to dissemination
2500+ projects succefully completed
12.5 million impressions generated
Average 250% Altmetric score increase
Accessibility and multilingual options available
Full impact reporting included
Starting from just £850
What You Get
A ready-made, cost-effective solution for making your research understandable:
Our 5-Step, Low-Lift Workflow
We handle the heavy lifting so you can focus on your research.
What Researchers Say
Researchers and universities worldwide use SciTube to help wider audiences understand their research
Want more feedback? Read full client testimonials here
Make Your Research Understandable
Exploring options? Schedule a free discovery call with our team.
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Trusted by 2,500+ researchers worldwide.
Questions Researchers Often Ask
How much of my time will it take?
Very little. Most researchers spend under two hours in total across the entire project.
We handle the heavy lifting, so you can stay focused on your research.
How long does the process take?
Most projects are completed within 4–8 weeks, depending on complexity and review times. Faster turnaround can often be arranged if needed.
Will my research be represented accurately?
Absolutely. Every animation begins with a PhD-level script that you review and approve. You’ll also have two structured rounds of feedback before production begins.
Who owns the final animation?
You do. Once complete, the animation is yours to use freely in presentations, on your website, on social media, or with funders and collaborators.
Do animations include accessibility features?
Yes. All SciTube videos include captions and accessibility-friendly descriptions. We publish through YouTube, which provides computer-readable subtitles compatible with screen readers and university accessibility standards. Additional language voiceovers can also be provided if needed.
Is SciTube legitimate?
Yes. SciTube is a UK-registered company founded in 2015. We’ve supported thousands of researchers, universities, and publishers worldwide in communicating their research beyond academia.
I received an email from SciTube — is it spam?
No. We occasionally introduce our services directly by email. These are genuine invitations to explore whether SciTube could help communicate your research more widely. You can verify our work by reading our client testimonials.