Design & Strategy for Research Proposals

We transform research into captivating KeyVisuals using design and strategy. By developing the Perfect Pitch, we help research teams to secure millions in funding to sustain their projects.

Does this sound familiar?

You submit your proposal, but ...

the funders often are not from the same field as you.

among hundreds of applications, your submission is often overlooked.

your research is highly complex and requires a lot of explanation.

great research does not always receive the highest attention.

... which leads to ...

it takes many attempts to get an acceptance for the pitch,

it doesn’t even come to the pitch,

your research project does not receive funding.

During the last 15 years on the market, we noticed a hidden reason for this, which one of our customers describes as follows:

"Scientists are very visually oriented. We always look at the images first before we explore the rest of a publication."

Univ. Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Bastian E. Rapp
Full Professor, Chair, Laboratory of Process Technology | NeptunLab

You might have already sensed this: the success of a proposal is frequently less about the strength of its data or quality, and more about visibility.

This insight opens a crucial door to enhancing the success of your funding:

Make your proposal stand out and memorable – with KeyVisuals.

Our approach:

Convey complex content visually in a nutshell

Create a professional impression & visibility

Build a communicative
bridge to financiers

Your outcomes:

Significantly enhance
the chances of funding

Transform your research into a memorable brand

Achieve more recognition &
economic options

Whom we help

Research Groups, Excellency Clusters, Research Institutes

Are you leading an ambitious research group or are part of an innovative cluster of excellence or research institute?

Have you developed a promising research project and know what it takes for a successful proposal?

Yet, are you struggling to structure your content professionally, craft compelling pitches, and develop effective communication strategies to make your research stand out?

Then let’s talk.

Startups & Innovation Leaders in Pharma & MedTech

Are you at the forefront of innovation in the pharmaceutical or medical industry, or steering the marketing communications of your startup?

Creating new strategies is your everyday task, but consistently crafting persuasive pitches for stakeholders is a challenge.

We excel in presenting your projects optimally. Let us turn your ideas into captivating success stories that engage stakeholders.

Begin your journey to success with us.

What our customers value and what they appreciate about our collaboration:

I had the pleasure of working with Daniel Hellweg and his team at ResearchGFX as part of a research funding project within the Excellence Initiative. I would particularly like to highlight the extraordinary flexibility and professionalism that Daniel and his team demonstrated throughout the entire project. Thanks to their support, our proposal was not only clearly structured in content but also presented at the highest level graphically. This collaboration not only led to a significant improvement in internal team communication but also increased the quality and efficiency of our overall work processes. As a Public Outreach Manager, I place great importance on effective communication, and Daniel exceeded this requirement in every respect. His ability to present complex issues precisely and in a visually appealing manner was invaluable to the success of our project. I can wholeheartedly recommend Daniel and his team and look forward to the opportunity to work with him again in the future.

Dr. Sabrina Rager-TodorosvkiPublic Outreach Manager @ e-conversion Cluster of Excellence

We had the pleasure of working with Mr. Daniel Hellweg on various FMF projects. From the very beginning, the collaboration was characterized by exceptionally good and effective discussions and a high degree of mutual respect. Through Daniel Hellweg's feedback, his expertise, experience, and ideas, processes were further developed. Not only did we receive appealing designs for graphics and tools that we are happy to use, but we were also able to improve the accompanying process structures accordingly. We are pleased to take this opportunity to collaborate with Mr. Hellweg on similar future projects and to continue our exchange with him. We were also very pleased that Mr. Hellweg was interested in our expertise, allowing us to give something back in return. Many thanks for the excellent cooperation so far, and all the best for your continued success.

Anja GösselResearch Associate @ FMF

Daniel was responsible for the design and production of e-learnings and videos in several of my corporate projects. From the initial briefing to the finalization, I found the collaboration to be very constructive, and the results impressed both stakeholders and the target audience. In addition to his excellent consulting, Daniel's attention to detail and consistency, as well as his extensive knowledge of the possibilities and limitations of the tools, were outstanding. I would gladly work with you again, dear Daniel!

Dr. Esther MärzLearning & Development @ ASMPT SMT Solutions

[...] Daniel's leadership qualities and diplomatic approach foster a productive collaboration and significantly contribute to the project's success. What is particularly impressive is his commitment to the user-friendliness of apps. The user interface concepts he develops are so natural and intuitive that our users believe it could not be any other way. The results of his user studies and the subsequent improvements have had a significant impact on the positive feedback from our users. His passion for developing innovative solutions and his dedication to improving the quality of life for our target groups are admirable. I can wholeheartedly recommend Daniel as an expert in health app development and as a team leader, and I look forward to working with him again in the future. It is a pleasure to work with such talented, dedicated, and experienced colleagues.

Thomas WehnerInitiator & Digitalization Strategist @ medac GmbH

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Process & Strategy

The preparation of scientific content for presentations involves more than just design. Our process begins with a detailed analysis and continues with ongoing support and reviews to help you successfully present your research.

Understand

We get to know you and your research project and thoroughly familiarize ourselves with your material. Only when we have understood not just the abstract but the entire project do we begin the conceptualization.

Conceptualize

We develop the design style, layouts, and a strategy for communicating your proposal. At the end, there is a concept that reflects your research in high quality and tells a compelling story.

Implement

The visual strategy is implemented. In line with the vision developed together during the conceptualization phase, we design covers, infographics, layouts, 3D animations, explainer videos, a website, or similar elements.

Present

After the proposal phase, we prepare you for your „Perfect Pitch“ by reviewing the dramaturgy and chronology of the pitch with you, as well as designing and providing innovative presentation concepts.

Advise

To ensure successful collaboration, we become experts and partners for your visions and concepts throughout the process. With this background, we can provide long-term support and guidance to you

The team behind ResearchGFX

With a powerful combination of creative vision, strategic planning, and technical expertise, we make the difference for you. Our team of designers, strategists, and specialists combines deep knowledge with innovative solutions to successfully present your research projects.

Daniel Hellweg
Strategist & Consultant

Eduard Sterzer
3D-Design & Concept

Tobias Tauscher
Producer

David Hanek
Animation & Video

Let's talk

Whether it’s for an initial rough assessment, if you’d like to tell us about your project first, or if you already know us – feel free to use one of these 3 simple ways to start a conversation with us:

Message via email

Online meeting

Direct contact

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