Powering North East University Life Sciences Spin-outs
Some of the most transformative innovations in biotech, life sciences, and digital health are born in university labs. Across the North East of the UK, we know that world-class research constantly innovates in institutions like Newcastle, Northumbria, Sunderland, Durham, and Teesside Universities, pushing the boundaries of science and medicine and ultimately a healthier world.
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Yet turning that research into a viable business—something investable, scalable, and impactful—requires more than academic brilliance. It involves strategy, creativity, and clear communication.
At Arttia Creative, we specialise in helping innovative university spin-outs and early-stage biotech and life sciences ventures take their next big step.
Whether creating a standout brand identity, building a high-performance website, or launching a campaign to attract investors and partners, we provide the creative and digital expertise needed to translate research into commercial reality.
We work closely with the innovation community across Newcastle upon Tyne and beyond.
Our mission is straightforward: to empower research teams and spin-offs with branding and digital tools that position them for success, both locally and globally.
Commercialising research - why creative strategy matters
The journey from lab discovery to market-ready product is filled with critical milestones—many of which depend not just on the science but also on how that science is presented. Investors, collaborators, and even regulators must understand your innovation, see its potential, and trust your professionalism.
That's where our strategic branding and clear communication play a pivotal role.
Branding and digital marketing aren't the top priorities for many spin-out teams—and that's okay. Scientists and researchers are focused on the work: the data, the development, the science. At Arttia Creative, we create space for you to stay focused on that while we translate your innovation into a compelling and professional presence.
We've helped spin-outs attract commercial partners and establish credibility through thoughtful, sector-specific creative strategies. As the only specialist biotech creative marketing agency in the North East with 30+ years of creative experience, we bring both local knowledge and deep industry insight to every project.
Helping spin-outs shine with our specialist team
We work closely with academic founders, technology transfer teams, and university innovation hubs to deliver the creative clarity spin-outs needed to move forward confidently. Our services are tailored specifically to the biotech, life science, and digital health sectors:
Launch Strategy
How to launch your innovation to the broadest audience. When, where and how, based on over 16 years of experience working with life science companies to showcase their ventures.
Branding Identity and Logo Design
We help spin-outs define their identity with a professional brand that reflects scientific rigour and commercial ambition. This includes logo design, brand strategy, visual identity development, tone of voice and brand guidelines to ensure consistency across all touchpoints.
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High-Performing Life Science Websites
Our websites are built with both scientific accuracy and investor appeal in mind. Whether showcasing research, building a portfolio for funding, or launching your first product, our bespoke life science web design ensures your digital presence matches the calibre of your innovation.
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Scientific and Medical Copywriting
From crafting your website content, presentation decks, and email marketing to regular content marketing, knowledge centre development, and sales landing pages, our copywriting experts possess the scientific and marketing expertise to deliver your messages to the highest standards.
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Creative Marketing and Content Development
We produce investor-ready content, medical illustrations, data visualisation, graphic design, product narratives, and digital assets that break down complex science into accessible, engaging messaging, without losing depth. We also support content for presentations, decks, and conference collateral.
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Local and Global SEO Strategies
As a North East-based biotech and healthcare creative agency, we understand the regional landscape and the importance of visibility in local innovation ecosystems.
We use targeted local SEO strategies to help spin-outs rank for relevant searches so investors and partners can find you and understand the difference you make and the investment opportunity.
SEO for Life Sciences and Biotech
We implement technical SEO and content strategies tailored to the biotech and life science sectors, helping your business gain long-term visibility and domain authority across digital channels.
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Continued Support
We aren't only here for the first launch; we continue to support you as your ventures grow, expand, and evolve. Many of our clients have partnered with us for over 15 years. We help them showcase their pipeline development, investment milestones, and innovation journey, providing them and you with peace of mind that you have a secure and dedicated creative partner now and into the future.
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Why Universities partner with us
We’ve worked with early-stage academic founders and university innovation teams to turn research into real-world commercial opportunities. What they value most about Arttia Creative is our:
- Scientific fluency: We speak your language and understand your sector
- Creative clarity: We cut through jargon to tell your story powerfully
- Strategic approach: We align design and digital tools with your commercial goals.
- Track record: Our work has helped numerous spin-outs secure funding, partners, and market recognition
We’re not just a design agency—we’re a long-term creative partner who understands the pressures of starting a company in a university setting. Our clients rely on us for high-level thinking and attention to detail.
From lab bench to market
With Northumbria, Newcastle, Sunderland, Durham, and Teesside universities having recently secured £8.9 million to commercialise research, the North East is poised for a new wave of innovation and enterprise.
At Arttia Creative, we understand the unique challenges and ambitions of academic spin-outs. We are here to support these emerging ventures as they transition from research to real-world impact, translating complex science into compelling, investor-ready brand stories and websites.
From creative brand identity and website design to SEO and visual communications, we help university spin-outs communicate their innovation clearly and confidently, accelerating their journey from lab bench to market.
Why Arttia Creative?
We're not a generalist creative agency—we're embedded in the life sciences and biotech sectors, which means we understand the pressures and nuances of academic-to-commercial transitions. We know how to navigate complex regulatory environments, protect intellectual property during content creation, and present innovation in a way that builds trust.
We bring:
- Sector-specific insight with a focus on biotech and life sciences
- Local knowledge of the North East innovation ecosystem
- Creative storytelling that brings complex science to life
- Strategic thinking for growth, visibility, and investor engagement
- Reliable project delivery with meticulous attention to detail
Local Expertise. Global Vision.
Based in the North East, we're positioned to support local universities and innovation hubs in Newcastle, Durham, Sunderland, Northumbria and Teesside. But our reach is global. We bring a European design sensibility and an international perspective to every project, helping spin-outs scale beyond their first lab or office.
Whether you're building a business around a patented biotech process, launching a medical device innovation, or commercialising a digital health platform, we can help you enter the marketplace confidently.
The Takeaway.
Ready to turn your research into a scalable business?
If you’re a university researcher, commercialisation manager, or early-stage spin-out team, Arttia Creative can help you build the brand, website, and digital presence you need to grow with confidence.
Let’s work together to give your innovation the professional presence it deserves.
Contact Arttia Creative today to find out how our specialist support in branding, biotech website design, and life sciences marketing can take your research venture to the next level.
Let us help you share your breakthrough with the world.
Get in touch with us today to start your journey from lab to launch.
Belinda White | Creative Director