Frequently Asked Questions
At SciTube, we want your research communication to be simple, accurate, and effective. Below you’ll find answers to the questions researchers most often ask us — from pricing and timelines to accessibility and ownership. If your question isn’t covered here, contact us and we’ll be happy to help.
What exactly do I get at the end?
A finished animation file ready for presentations, websites, and social media, plus caption files and a short metrics report. We also host on YouTube for accessibility and discoverability.
How much does a science animation cost?
Pricing depends on length, complexity (2D/3D), and timelines. As a rough guide: 2D research animations start from around £770 per minute, while 3D animations start from around £8,000 per minute. Share your paper or brief and we’ll recommend the most cost-effective option. Contact us
How long does it take?
Most projects complete in 4–6 weeks from script to final video.
How much of my time is needed?
Typically under 2 hours total—reviewing a script and a storyboard. We handle the heavy lifting.
Will the science be accurate?
Yes. Scripts are PhD-led and you review two rounds (script + storyboard) before animation starts.
Who owns the video and can I reuse it?
You own it. Use it in talks, on your lab or university site, social channels, and with funders/collaborators.
Can I cover the cost of SciTube videos using my research grant?
Yes — science communication and outreach are often recognised as eligible, allowable expenses in many research grants. Funding bodies increasingly expect researchers to share their work beyond academic journals, and animated videos are an effective way to meet this requirement.
Because SciTube videos are designed to help disseminate and communicate your research to a wider audience, the cost can usually be included in your grant applications or covered by existing research funding (under dissemination, outreach, or impact activities). Always check the specific guidelines of your funding body for confirmation.
Who owns the finished video?
You do! Once the project is complete and payment is received, full copyright is transferred to you, so you can share, publish, and repurpose the video freely.
Accessibility & captions
All videos include captions and descriptive text where appropriate. We publish via YouTube so subtitles are machine-readable and screen-reader friendly (meets common university requirements).
What deliverable formats do you provide?
Standard 1080p MP4 plus caption files (e.g., SRT/VTT). On request: square/vertical cuts, 4K, or platform-specific exports.
Can you follow our branding or journal guidelines?
Yes. Provide a style guide or examples (fonts, colours, logo) and we’ll align the visuals and credits accordingly.
Procurement, POs & invoicing
We can work with university POs and standard vendor onboarding. Invoices available in any currency; contact us for W-9/W-8BEN-E details if needed.
Confidentiality & data security
We treat manuscripts and materials as confidential. Share only what’s needed; we’ll remove sensitive data from drafts and deliverables on request.
I’ve received emails from both @scitube.io and @scitube.org — are they both genuine?
Yes. Both domains are officially owned by SciTube. We use scitube.io as our main website and also send emails from @scitube.io and @scitube.org. Whichever address you see, messages come directly from our team. Both domains redirect to the same trusted SciTube service.
Languages & voiceover
English by default. We can arrange additional language narrations or on-screen text versions.
Can you help with dissemination and metrics?
Yes. Alongside delivering the finished video files, we also share your animation with SciTube’s own audience — through our website, YouTube channel, and social media channels. Every project includes a basic metrics report (views and engagement) and guidance on sharing with journals, funders, and media. See examples in the Animation Library
Where can I see reviews or verify legitimacy?
Read verified client feedback here: SciTube Client Testimonials