A Notion science communication template to turn your research into clear, shareable content in 50 days
The SciComm Sprint is a Notion template and guided workflow that helps you create a portfolio of science communication pieces from your academic publications.
It is built for busy researchers: one prompt per day, clear deliverables and everything organised in one place.
Who should use the SciComm Sprint Notion template?
This Notion dashboard is for scientists who:
🧩 Want to build a science communication portfolio.
🔁 Want to translate academic publications into accessible content for broader audiences.
💼 Are preparing for industry roles, fellowships or funding applications where impact matters.
🚀 Want experience in science communication for a potential career transition.
🗺️ Need a straightforward, flexible workflow to follow so you can gain momentum.
How to start science communication as a scientist with this Notion template
1️⃣ Pick three of your recent academic publications.
🌍 Reflect on the impact they could have on people’s daily lives.
🧠 Create one narrative using our 5-step storytelling approach.
✍️ Flesh out the story and write a draft for your intended readers.
🛠️ Edit your piece and create an engaging visual that supports your key message.
📣 Publish it (or submit it for publication) and add the link to your portfolio.
This template turns these steps into a repeatable workflow with daily prompts, so you can build confidence and a portfolio fast.
What the SciComm Sprint Notion template includes
A free Notion dashboard with three connected databases and instructions:
📚 Publications: Store the core claims, limitations and key messages for three recent publications.
🗂️ Content pieces: Build a simple portfolio of drafts, visuals and published links.
✅ Step-by-step prompts: Follow 50 daily prompts with checklists, so you always know what to do next.
🧭 Daily overview: See only what you need for each day and prompt.
🔗 Resources: Use links to practical guides to go deeper when you need them.
What you will have after finishing the 50-day SciComm Sprint
✍️ A set of drafted or published science communication pieces about your research.
🖼️ Engaging visuals of different formats highlighting the key messages of your research.
🧠 Hands-on experience creating science communication content for different audiences.
🔗 Published links to add to your science communication portfolio.
📝 Improved science writing and editing skills.
💼 Have a clearer idea of what a potential science communication career will look like.
Get the Notion template for free and start your science communication sprint
Even 15 minutes per day on your science communication project will help you progress and grow your portfolio
FAQs
Do I need experience in science communication?
No. The prompts are designed to help you start from your academic publication and create one science communication item at a time.
Is this a Notion science communication template or a course?
It is a free Notion science communication template with a straightforward, day-by-day workflow. You follow the prompts and make true impact with your research.
Do I need paid Notion?
No. The sprint is workable on the free Notion plan.
What should I publish?
Publish where it makes sense for your goals: a personal blog, LinkedIn, a lab website, a newsletter or an internal comms channel. The sprint helps you create the right items and keep track of them.