Science & Health Communication
How do we inspire with science? How do we make research understandable and persuasive without compromising its integrity? Effective scientific communication is about adaptation and empathy, whether you are reporting to donors, reaching patients, or opening doors to a broader public.
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help researchers, healthcare institutions, and science-focused organizations translate science into carefully tailored narratives that maintain scientific accuracy.
Deliverables Include
- Lay Summaries (250–400 words)
Lay summaries are a powerful tool to captivate non-specialist audiences. They are increasing in demand from journals, funders, and ethics committees, but are rarely written well. I transform scientific manuscripts into compelling pieces that are both clear and memorable for the target audience.
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- Donor & Impact Reports
Donors
and philanthropic bodies want to understand what was done, but more
importantly, why it mattered. I help organizations structure and build
reports that connect scientific activity to real-world outcomes.
- Patient-Facing Pieces
Health communication requires scientific understanding, sensitivity, a versatile style, and the capacity to write for different educational levels. I write and edit patient information materials, disease awareness pieces, and health campaign content that focus on people's needs and experiences.
- Website & Short-Form Communication
Web and social media messaging should not only reflect the immediacy of research findings but also the researchers behind them and their social relevance. From About pages to LinkedIn publications, I develop science-focused website content and professional posts that bring scientific projects to broader audiences.
Scope of Work
- I identify the intended core message and its relevance to the target reader.
- I adapt tone, vocabulary, and structure to the audience and format.
- I remove jargon without losing scientific integrity.
- I keep the balance between scientific claims and accessible language.
- I align the new content with the project’s communication goals.
What Is Not Included
- First draft without prior material
- Scientific fact-checking or data verification
- Graphic design or layout
- Social media strategy design or content scheduling
The Process
- We make an initial consultation to define purpose, audience, funding body, and tone.
- I review the existing material and brief.
- I send you a tailored offer, and we agree on the scope and timeline.
- I deliver the first draft within 3-7 business days, depending on length and complexity.
- You provide timely feedback, and I carry out a revision round based on your needs (additional revisions quoted separately)
- I deliver a ready-to-use document ready for use within the agreed timeframe.
Timeline & Fees
Short pieces such as lay summaries: typically 3–5 working days
Longer reports and multisection documents: 5–10 working days
Pricing starts from CHF 500 for individual pieces. Package pricing is available for multiple deliverables. Final quote depends on the level of complexity and length required.
Your research deserves to be seen and valued beyond a journal page. Let's make sure it shines.
