The best scientific ideas have the power to change the world, but only when concepts can translate into impact. Accomplishing that goal requires clear and thoughtful science communication to attract investors, navigate regulatory processes and solve business challenges.
World-class strategy and storytelling, right in Seattle
At Cognition, we’re not just strategists, science storytellers, science writers and designers—we’re your partners in making science resonate. For 23 years, we’ve collaborated with Seattle’s scientific leaders to turn complex ideas into compelling visual stories. Whether it’s investor decks, websites, animations or exhibits, we transform the novel into the extraordinary, making your science impossible to ignore.
Accelerating innovation
As the only firm with certified medical illustrators, animators and brand strategists in life sciences, we amplify your vision. Through focused workshops, we shape your narrative, communicate scientific value and craft compelling brand messaging. Let’s bring your science to life.
Impact at every stage
From startups to industry giants, we transform million-dollar ideas into billion-dollar brands. We understand the unique needs at each stage of growth—whether in clinical development, commercialization or scaling up. Our tailored approach ensures your vision achieves impact.
Plugged into Seattle biotech
Seattle’s life science community is at the forefront of discovery, and we’re proud to be part of it. With clients like Juno, Adaptive, Sana, Celgene (BMS), the Hutch, UW IPD, and Alpine Immune, we know that working with a local team means tighter collaboration and, ultimately, better results.
Contact us today for a consultation
Grab time with us to discuss your business goals and how Cognition can accelerate change.
Core services
Scientific visualizations
Corporate decks for all stages of development
Animations and videos
Brand identity and corporate narrative
Scientific writing and content creation
Websites, including patient education
Campaign development and social media
Core focus / domains
Oncology
Maternal, Newborn & Child Health
Neurodegenerative Disease
Infectious Disease
Novel Therapeutics
Cell & Gene Therapy
Small Molecules & Biologics
Learn more about our work
Featured articles
Explore our thoughts on how design, strategy, branding and science storytelling can drive progress and innovation in health and life sciences.
Illuminating the scientific value proposition to drive biotech innovation
An interdisciplinary approach to science storytelling can help upstream biotech innovators drive investment and partnerships.
Enhancing science and health communication with information design and data visualization
A comprehensive approach to information design can transform complex data into accessible knowledge.
Do you have a story to tell?
We work with companies and organizations throughout the health and life sciences industry, across the US, and around the world. Get in touch, and let’s talk about how we can help you reach your goals.