Science PR Services That Build Authority and Visibility
We provide Science PR services to make your research visible, credible, and influential across media and policy channels.
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Delivering at conference scale
We support corporate delegations and client programmes at major international conferences, including MIPIM, Cannes Lions, MWC Barcelona and Web Summit, alongside the conferences, congresses and summits we run end to end for clients.
- Multi-country delivery
- One central team, local suppliers appointed and managed in each host city.
- End-to-end scope
- Production, AV, logistics, travel, delegate management and hospitality in one contract.
- On-site management
- Named event managers and technical crew on site from load-in through to derig.
See the delivery detail in our event and hospitality case studies. Running a tender? See how we respond to an event management RFP.
Science PR Agency for Research-Led Brands
Important research can change a field, influence policy, attract funding or create commercial opportunity. But technical findings do not automatically become stories that journalists, investors, policymakers or the wider public understand.A Science PR Agency gives research-led organisations the communications expertise needed to turn complex subject matter into clear, credible media stories.Pearl Lemon PR works with universities, research institutes, biotech firms, laboratories and independent researchers that need their work understood beyond the journal audience. From London to audiences across the UK and international markets, our science PR specialists support media relations, research communications, expert positioning and public-facing campaigns.The focus is simple: communicate the science accurately, identify the strongest news angle, reach the right media contacts and give your organisation a clearer voice in the conversations that matter.
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Science PR Services Built Around Your Research
Scientific organisations face a communications problem that general PR campaigns often miss. A journalist needs a clear story. A researcher needs scientific accuracy. A business needs commercial relevance. A university may need public engagement, funding visibility or institutional reputation.Our science PR services connect those requirements.We work across research communications, scientific media relations, press outreach , thought leadership, social media for scientists and crisis communications. The aim is to make complex research easier to understand without stripping away the evidence behind it.
Scientific Media Relations
Turn Research Into A Media StoryImportant findings can remain inside journals, conference programmes and specialist circles when there is no clear route to the wider media.Our scientific media relations service identifies the strongest news angle within your research, develops journalist-ready messaging and connects the story with relevant media outlets. That can include specialist science publications, business media, national news platforms and sector publications across the UK.The work starts with understanding the research rather than forcing it into a generic press release. We assess the finding, its relevance, the audience affected by it and the questions journalists are likely to ask.For London-based organisations, that can mean working around the UK's concentration of national media, universities, research institutions, policy organisations and specialist publications while also preparing stories for audiences beyond the capital.
Best suited to:Research institutesUniversitiesBiotech companiesLaboratoriesScientific startupsIndependent researchersCore activities:Research story assessmentMedia angle developmentJournalist targetingPress outreachInterview preparationCoverage monitoring
Book a callResearch Launch PR
Give Major Findings A Stronger Public DebutPublishing research is only one stage of the communications process.A significant paper, study, report, scientific announcement or research milestone can also create opportunities for media coverage, expert commentary, conference discussion and public engagement.Our research launch PR service builds the communications around the announcement before it reaches journalists.We can help organise the core messaging, identify the strongest public-interest angle, prepare press materials and coordinate media outreach around publication dates or agreed announcements.This is particularly relevant when timing matters, such as a journal embargo, a conference presentation, a funding announcement, or a major research release.For UK researchers, the campaign can be planned around the academic calendar, university communications schedules, conferences and periods when journalists are actively covering science and research.
The result is a clearer route from:Research → Story → Media → Audiencerather than simply:Research → Press Release
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Biotech and Life Sciences PR
Communicate Science Without Losing The MeaningBiotech and life sciences companies operate in markets where technical accuracy matters.A poorly explained scientific claim can confuse journalists, investors, healthcare audiences and the public. A message that is too technical can also fail to communicate commercial relevance.Our biotech and life sciences PR work focuses on translating complex subject matter into clear communications while retaining the important scientific context.
Campaigns can cover:BiotechnologyLife sciencesHealthcare researchPharmaceutical researchMedical technologyLaboratory scienceClinical researchResearch-led technologyMessaging can be developed for journalists, industry publications, researchers, investors, partners and wider audiences.For UK organisations, communications can also reflect the expectations of British media, university press offices, public institutions and specialist science publications.The priority is accuracy first, followed by clarity, relevance and media value.
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Put Your Experts Into The ConversationResearchers and technical specialists often have valuable knowledge but limited time to turn that knowledge into public-facing commentary.Science thought leadership gives experts a structured way to contribute to conversations beyond their own publications.We help identify subjects where your researchers have something useful to say, then develop material that can support media commentary, opinion pieces, interviews, conference appearances and professional social media.This can help establish individual researchers as recognised voices within their fields while also strengthening the visibility of the organisation behind them.
Potential topics include:Research trendsScientific policyPublic healthTechnologyClimate researchBiotech developmentsResearch fundingScientific ethicsIndustry developmentsFor UK-based experts, this can also create opportunities around national policy discussions, major science stories, parliamentary debate, research funding announcements and sector conferences.
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Science Media Training
Prepare Researchers For Difficult QuestionsScientists are trained to examine evidence. Journalists are trained to find the story.Those approaches are valuable, but they are not always the same.Science media training prepares researchers and technical spokespeople for interviews where they need to communicate complex material clearly and confidently.
Training can cover:Interview preparationMessage developmentDifficult questionsTechnical explanationsBroadcast interviewsPrint interviewsLive mediaCrisis scenariosBridging technical questions to key messagesThe aim is not to turn researchers into performers.It is to help subject-matter experts explain their work in language that journalists and non-specialist audiences can follow without compromising scientific accuracy.That distinction matters particularly when research attracts national attention or reaches beyond the scientific community.
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Protect Scientific Credibility Under PressureScientific organisations can face difficult communications situations involving research disputes, negative coverage, public criticism, data interpretation, product concerns or questions about scientific claims.In those moments, speed matters, but accuracy matters just as much.Our crisis communications support can include rapid-response statements, media preparation, researcher briefing, reputation monitoring and communications planning.The process starts with establishing the facts and identifying the audiences affected by the issue.
From there, communications can be structured around:What is knownWhat is not yet knownWhat can be verified?Who should respondWhich questions require specialist inputWhich messages must remain consistent?For UK organisations, this approach can also account for the expectations of national media, public institutions, research partners and sector-specific audiences.The objective is clear communication when scrutiny is highest.
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If you have a study, research programme, scientific product, institutional announcement or expert story that needs stronger media visibility, discuss the opportunity with our science PR team.
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Trusted With Complex Science
Scientific communications need accuracy, judgement and a clear understanding of the audience. Our approach helps research-led organisations turn complex subject matter into clear, credible communications.
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- Heading: Dr Amelia Carter
- Description: “Pearl Lemon PR helped us take a highly technical research project and turn it into a story that journalists could understand without losing the scientific substance. Their team quickly identified the strongest angle and helped our researchers prepare for media conversations. The process was structured, responsive and considerably clearer than the general PR support we had used previously.”
- Heading: James Whitmore
- Description: “We needed a communications partner who could understand the science before attempting to communicate it. Pearl Lemon PR brought that specialist perspective to the campaign and helped us develop much clearer messaging for both specialist and mainstream audiences. The team was particularly strong at turning complex findings into accessible media material while keeping the underlying research intact.”
- Heading: Dr Sophie Bennett
- Description: “Our biggest challenge was explaining the significance of our work to people outside our immediate scientific field. The campaign gave us a much stronger communications structure, from story development through to media outreach and spokesperson preparation. We now have a clearer way to communicate our research to journalists, industry audiences and potential partners.”
Science PR Across London and the UK
London sits at the centre of a large UK research, media, university and life sciences network, giving research-led organisations access to a concentrated communications market.
LondonLondon brings together national media, universities, research organisations, specialist publications, policymakers and life sciences businesses, making it a natural base for UK science communications.CambridgeCambridge's research and technology community creates strong opportunities for communications around biotechnology, academic research, technology and scientific entrepreneurship.OxfordOxford's university, medical research and technology ecosystem creates demand for clear communications around research findings, healthcare science and commercial research.ManchesterManchester's universities, health research, technology businesses and growing innovation economy create opportunities for science stories with regional and national relevance.EdinburghEdinburgh's research, health, technology and university sectors provide a strong base for scientific communications aimed at specialist and mainstream UK audiences.BirminghamBirmingham combines major universities, healthcare activity and a large regional economy, creating opportunities for research stories with public and commercial relevance.
Science PR Campaigns Built Around Evidence
Illustrative campaign scenarios showing how a structured science PR programme can translate research into measurable communications activity.
Research Visibility Across Specialist Media
Campaign Type: Scientific media relationsTarget Market: UK science, technology and specialist business mediaContact Volume: Approximately 80 targeted journalistsCampaign Mix: Research story development, press materials, journalist outreach, follow-up and expert briefingThe ObjectiveA research-led organisation had valuable findings but limited visibility beyond its existing academic and professional audience. The objective was to create a stronger media story and reach journalists with a genuine interest in the subject.The StrategyThe campaign focused on one central research finding rather than attempting to promote the entire study.The communications team identified the strongest news angle, translated technical terminology into accessible language and created several supporting angles for specialist, business and mainstream media.The ExecutionApproximately 80 relevant journalists were identified across science, technology, healthcare and business publications.The campaign used:The Approximate CalculationAssuming an average potential audience of approximately 75,000 readers or viewers across 20 relevant media opportunities:20 × 75,000 = 1,500,000 potential audience exposuresIf approximately 38% of the targeted opportunities resulted in meaningful media interest:80 × 38% = approximately 30 journalist responses or opportunitiesThese are planning-model calculations rather than verified campaign results.The OutcomeThe campaign creates a structured route from technical research to journalist engagement, giving the organisation multiple opportunities to communicate its findings rather than depending on a single press release.Illustrative campaign result:Approximately 30 journalist responses or opportunitiesApproximately 20 relevant media opportunitiesApproximately 1.5 million potential audience exposures
What's included
- 80 targeted journalist contacts
- 3 core story angles
- 2 expert spokespersons
- 4 press materials
- 3 rounds of journalist follow-up
- 1 researcher media briefing
Research Launch With 1.2M+ Potential Reach
Campaign Type: Research launch PRTarget Market: UK national, specialist and industry mediaContact Volume: Approximately 100 journalistsCampaign Mix: Research announcement, media briefing, press release, expert commentary, journalist outreach and follow-upThe ObjectiveThe organisation needed a research announcement to attract attention outside its immediate academic audience while keeping the scientific findings accurate and understandable.The StrategyThe campaign was structured around the research publication date.Instead of presenting the announcement as a technical paper summary, the messaging focused on:The ExecutionApproximately 100 journalists were segmented into:40 science and research journalists25 technology and innovation journalists20 healthcare and life sciences journalists15 business and national journalistsThe campaign included approximately:100 targeted contacts4 core media angles2 expert spokespeople5 supporting content assets3 journalist follow-up cyclesThe Approximate CalculationAssume the campaign secures approximately 16 pieces of relevant media coverage.If the estimated average audience per placement is approximately 75,000:16 × 75,000 = 1,200,000 potential audience exposuresIf 8 of those placements include relevant backlinks or referral opportunities:8 ÷ 16 × 100 = 50% of placements with potential referral valueIf an illustrative 0.8% of the 1.2 million potential exposures visit the organisation's website:1,200,000 × 0.8% = approximately 9,600 potential visitsThese figures illustrate a campaign-planning model and should not be represented as measured client performance.The OutcomeThe campaign creates multiple opportunities for the research to reach audiences that would not necessarily encounter the original publication.Illustrative result:16 media placements1.2M+ potential audience exposures8 potential referral placementsApproximately 9,600 illustrative website visits
What's included
- the problem being addressed
- the key finding
- why the finding matters
- who could be affected
- what the research could mean in practice
Expert Positioning With 3.5M Potential Reach
Campaign Type: Expert positioning and media commentaryTarget Market: UK science, business, technology and specialist mediaContact Volume: Approximately 120 journalist contactsCampaign Mix: Expert positioning, commentary development, media pitching, interview preparation and thought-leadership contentThe ObjectiveA scientific expert had substantial technical knowledge but limited visibility within wider industry and media discussions.The objective was to position the expert around several relevant issues rather than depending on a single campaign announcement.The StrategyThree core areas of expertise were selected.Each topic was connected to current discussions where the expert could provide useful, evidence-led commentary.The campaign then developed:The ExecutionApproximately 120 journalists and editors were segmented according to subject relevance.The campaign model included:120 targeted media contacts3 thought-leadership themes6 commentary opportunities4 expert briefing documents3 interview preparation sessions6 supporting content piecesThe Approximate CalculationAssume 25 media opportunities develop from the 120 targeted contacts.If 12 result in published commentary or interviews:12 ÷ 120 × 100 = 10% illustrative publication rateAssume the combined potential audience of those 12 placements is approximately 3.5 million:12 × approximately 291,000 average potential reach = approximately 3.5M potential exposuresIf 2% of those exposures generate some form of engagement:3,500,000 × 2% = approximately 70,000 potential engagementsAgain, these are illustrative planning calculations, not measured client results.The OutcomeA sustained thought-leadership programme gives the expert multiple routes into relevant conversations rather than depending on one announcement.Illustrative result:12 published commentary opportunities3.5M potential audience exposuresApproximately 70,000 illustrative engagements10% illustrative publication rate from targeted outreach
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- expert commentary
- media pitches
- opinion-led content
- interview talking points
- research-based social content
Your Research Has A Story Worth Telling
A strong scientific communications campaign starts with the research, the audience and the outcome you need from the campaign.Book a Strategy Consultation TodayBring your upcoming paper, study, product launch, conference appearance or research announcement to the conversation.
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Our Process
A clear process gives researchers, institutions and science-led companies structure, visibility and confidence from the first briefing through to campaign reporting.
DiscoveryWe review your research, organisation, audience, announcement timetable and communications priorities.→AssessmentWe assess the research story, news value, scientific complexity, media relevance and potential audience questions.→Story DevelopmentWe turn the strongest research angle into clear messaging that retains the important scientific context.→Media OutreachWe identify relevant journalists and publications, prepare the necessary materials and manage targeted outreach.→ReportingWe track agreed campaign measures such as media mentions, publication quality, backlinks, referral traffic, policy citations, conference invitations and audience engagement.The reporting framework should be agreed before campaign activity begins, so everyone understands which measures matter and how campaign progress will be assessed.
Science Communications Built On Specialist Understanding
Science PR requires more than writing a press release. It requires the ability to understand technical material, identify its public relevance and communicate it accurately to different audiences.
Scientific LiteracyWe work from the underlying research so media messaging can remain clear without stripping away the evidence that gives the story credibility.Media UnderstandingOur approach considers the different requirements of national news, specialist science publications, business media and sector press.Research AccuracyThe existing service approach includes a dual-review process in which scientific material is simplified while preserving accuracy before researchers approve final distribution.Audience ClarityResearchers may communicate with journalists, policymakers, investors, industry professionals and the public, so messaging must change according to the audience.Crisis ReadinessSensitive scientific issues can require rapid statements, spokesperson preparation, media training and reputation monitoring, all of which are already identified within the page's existing service proposition.MeasurementCampaign reporting can include media mentions, policy citations, conference invitations, share of voice and engagement across scientific and mainstream audiences.
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UK Science And Research By The Numbers
The UK's research economy creates a substantial communications market for universities, research organisations, laboratories, biotech companies and research-led businesses.
INDUSTRY STATISTICS TABLEUK Research IndicatorLatest FigureCommercial RelevanceUK business R&D expenditure, 2024£55.6bnA large business research economy creates demand for specialist research communications.London business R&D expenditure, 2024£13.3bnLondon accounted for 24% of UK business R&D performed in 2024.Scientific research and development industry R&D, 2024£13.0bnScientific R&D was the largest industry contributor to UK business R&D by industry.UK government net R&D expenditure, 2024£20.4bnPublic investment reinforces the importance of communicating publicly funded research clearly.UK R&D performed, 2023£72.6bnBusiness, higher education, government and private non-profit organisations all contribute to the UK's research economy.
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- The ONS reported £55.6bn of R&D performed by UK businesses in 2024, with London accounting for £13.3bn, or 24% of the UK total. The scientific research and development industry performed £13.0bn, representing 23.5% of business R&D by industry.
- The ONS also reported UK government net R&D expenditure of £20.4bn in 2024, an 11.6% increase from 2023. UKRI accounted for £6.8bn of that expenditure.
- For 2023, UK gross domestic expenditure on R&D was £72.6bn, with business expenditure accounting for £50.0bn and higher education accounting for £17.1bn.
- The UK government's 2025/26 DSIT R&D allocation included £13.9bn, including £8.8bn allocated to UKRI and funding for participation in Horizon Europe.
Put Your Research In Front Of The Right Audience
If your organisation is preparing a research announcement, publication, conference appearance or scientific campaign, schedule a consultation to discuss the communications opportunity.
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London recorded £13.3bn in business R&D performed in 2024, the highest regional figure in the UK.UK Life SciencesThe UK government's Life Sciences Sector Plan sets an ambition for the UK to become Europe's leading life sciences economy by 2030.Research InvestmentUK government net R&D expenditure reached £20.4bn in 2024, showing the scale of public investment surrounding UK research.Business ResearchUK businesses performed £55.6bn of R&D in 2024, creating a substantial market for research communications and specialist PR.
Science PR Questions Before You Start
Q: Which organisations can use a Science PR Agency?
We work with the types of organisations already identified on the page, including universities, research institutes, biotech firms, laboratories and independent researchers. The common requirement is a need to communicate scientific findings to audiences beyond the immediate research community.
Q: How do you maintain scientific accuracy?
Scientific content should be reviewed before distribution. The existing service approach uses a dual-review process in which complex material is simplified while preserving accuracy, followed by researcher approval of the final content.
Q: Can you target both specialist and mainstream media?
Yes. Campaigns can target national news platforms for broader public visibility alongside specialist scientific publications where subject relevance and technical credibility are important.
Q: Can science PR support grant applications?
PR can support the communications side of grant applications by presenting the societal relevance, practical applications and wider importance of research clearly. It should not replace the technical or financial requirements of the funding application.
Q: Can you support sensitive scientific issues?
Yes. Crisis communications can include rapid-response press statements, researcher media training and reputation monitoring when research or scientific claims come under scrutiny.
Q: Which KPIs should a science PR campaign measure?
Useful measures can include relevant media mentions, publication quality, policy citations, conference invitations, share of voice, referral traffic, backlinks and engagement across scientific and mainstream audiences. The appropriate measures should be agreed before the campaign begins.
Q: Can you prepare scientists for conferences and public events?
Yes. The existing service proposition includes speaker briefs, press engagement before and after events and media interview preparation around conferences and public appearances.
Q: Can science PR campaigns reach international audiences?
Yes. Messaging can be adapted according to regional media systems, cultural considerations and relevant regulatory requirements when campaigns target audiences outside the UK.
Q: Can social media support a science PR campaign?
Yes. Research findings can be adapted into content for professional and social platforms, including LinkedIn and video channels, so scientific organisations can communicate with audiences outside traditional media.
Q: How quickly can a science PR campaign produce coverage?
Timing depends on the story, media relevance, announcement date, journalist interest and campaign scope. Some media outreach can produce coverage within weeks, while thought leadership and longer-term reputation work generally require a longer campaign period. The existing page makes the same distinction between short-term media activity and longer-term positioning.
Make Your Research Impossible To Ignore
Research deserves communication that respects the science and understands the media.Whether you are preparing a paper, launching a study, announcing a scientific development, preparing for a conference or positioning a researcher as an expert voice, the right communications plan can give your work a clearer route to the audiences that matter.From London to research organisations across the UK, our science PR service is built around accurate messaging, relevant media relations and measurable campaign reporting.Your next research announcement should not begin with a generic press release.It should begin with a clear communications objective.Book A Science PR ConsultationTell us about your research, your audience and the outcome you need from your communications campaign.
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