Research & Science Communication Animation
Make Your Research Come Alive Visually
At Sundstedt Animation, we help researchers, scientists, and communicators turn complex ideas into compelling animated stories. With a Master’s degree in Media Technology & Engineering (Visualization) and over 15 years of experience, we create engaging, accurate animations for academic, educational, and public outreach projects. Our award-winning work includes collaborations with Microsoft, Pfizer, and the University of Glasgow, earning global recognition such as ranking #1 on List.ly for explainer videos.
Whether your goal is to disseminate research, create concise video abstracts, or boost public engagement, we help make your findings clear, memorable, and shareable.
Why Choose Sundstedt Animation for Research?
- Clarity from Complexity: We make technical subjects easy to understand for non-specialist audiences.
- Purpose-Driven Storytelling: Every animation is tailored to your goals, such as education, outreach, or funding applications.
- Science-Savvy Creativity: Visual creativity meets scientific accuracy, backed by M.Sc. expertise.
- Optimized for Sharing: Videos ready for social media, conferences, websites, or journal submissions.
- Award-Winning Quality: Trusted by leading organizations, with recognition from Film Invasion Los Angeles and more.
- Impact Beyond Academia: Designed to engage the public, influence policy makers, and inspire behavioural change.
Our Process
- Planning & Briefing: Define your objectives, audience, and key messages.
- Scripting & Visual Development: Collaboratively develop the script and visual style, using Adobe After Effects for precision.
- Animation Production: Create professional animations in 2D motion graphics, whiteboard, or custom illustration styles.
- Delivery: Final video optimized for web, presentations, conferences, or social media.
Who Is It For?
- Academic researchers and PhD students
- Research groups, labs, and institutes
- Science communication officers
- Universities and outreach teams
- Non-profits and grant-funded organizations
- Policy makers and public engagement specialists
Popular Use Cases
- Video Abstracts: Turn research papers into concise animations perfect for journal submission, conference presentations, or grant applications.
- Dissemination of Research: Share your findings with policy makers, the public, or academic peers through clear, engaging animated visuals.
- Public Engagement & Behavioural Impact: Inspire and inform broader audiences with emotionally compelling stories built on scientific accuracy.
- Project Explainers: Present your research in accessible, visual formats that speed up audience understanding.
- Educational Content: Inform, teach, and inspire students or general audiences.
- Social Media Science Clips: 10–30 second animations for LinkedIn, X, or other platforms.
- Interactive Web Visualizations: Dynamic visuals for research websites using HTML/CSS.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer different animation styles?
Yes. We offer a range of styles including 2D motion graphics, whiteboard, and custom illustration. Each is tailored to your audience and goals.
What Our Clients Say
- “Sundstedt Animation simplified our research for public outreach, making complex ideas accessible.” – University of Glasgow
- “The explainer video for our campaign was professional and impactful, enhancing stakeholder clarity.” – Pfizer
How long does a typical animation take?
Most scientific and research animations are completed within 6 to 8 weeks. The exact timeframe is agreed at the start and depends on factors such as the complexity of the subject matter, video length, number of scenes, and the level of illustration detail required to accurately convey your findings. The process includes research, script refinement, storyboarding, illustration, animation, reviews, and final delivery. For projects with tight deadlines, a faster turnaround may be possible. We will always provide a realistic schedule so you know when to expect each stage of progress. Our goal is to balance accuracy, clarity, and creativity while meeting your timeframe without compromising quality.
Can we review the script and storyboard?
Yes. While clients often provide an initial script, we refine it specifically for animation. You will have the opportunity to review and approve both the storyboard and the full animation before final delivery.
What is the typical cost range?
Prices for a fully custom 1-minute animation start at £4,000. The exact cost is agreed before production begins and depends on factors such as animation complexity, illustration detail, number of characters and scenes, and project timeframe. Simpler animations with fewer scenes are priced at the lower end, while highly detailed projects with multiple scenes or advanced effects require a larger budget. Once the quote is approved and production starts, the price is fixed—no surprises on delivery.
Can you work with existing visuals?
Yes. While we typically create all visuals in-house, we can integrate your graphics, illustrations, or animated assets into our workflow.
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