Web Design and Development Agency for Science & Research Organisations.
Showcase your research and impact.
Revolutionary research, life-changing discoveries and world-beating technologies – and that’s just our web design process. Science & Research organisations are at the forefront of modern discovery. Contra helps you communicate your work with stunning websites and powerful marketing collateral.
Got a project in mind? Connect with us today.
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Trusted by leading organisations.
Science & Research organisation services.
Connect with us.Web design and development.
We have over 23 years of experience designing award-winning websites for Science & Research organisations, including The Royal Society, The Alan Turing Institute, and the Economic Statistics Centre of Excellence. When you need a bleeding-edge website, we’re by your side. We get it done.
View our website servicesConversion rate optimisation.
Boost website conversion rates and generate more clients. Without tangible data, it costs time and money playing guessing games when it comes to page optimisation. We’ll help you set up custom events in Google Analytics 4 so you can see which service pages are performing and which need optimising. We also harness the power of conversion rate optimisation tools to test where your users are clicking and where they’re dropping off to ensure the very best user experience.
Analytics and optimisation.
What gets measured gets managed. However, a lot of Science & Research organisations don’t have the technical skills in house to set up tools such as Google Analytics and conversion-event tracking. We do.
SEO.
Climb search engine results pages. Our SEO services are geared to help you hit the top of search engine rankings such as Google. We’ll conduct keyword research and optimise your website to ensure discoverability.
View our SEO servicesContent marketing strategy.
Build trust and credibility with your prospective donors. Improve search engine rankings on your site. We develop content designed to be favoured by your audience and Google.
View our content services
Got a project in mind?
Discuss your needs with our Science & Research web design specialists. Showcase your research. Communicate your impact. Request a callback today.

+375%
increase in visitors for The Royal Society's Summer Science Exhibition

34%
reduction in bounce rate for The Alan Turing Institute

Winner
of Platinum dotCOMM Award
How we help Science & Research organisations.
Connect with us.Step 1.
30-minute connect call.
We start by getting to know you and your unique goals on a connect call. We’ll dig into your organisation’s activities and challenges.
We’ll then send you a no-obligation proposal focusing on your brief, outlining the key digital marketing or website opportunities we’ve identified.
Step 2.
Consultancy period.
Based on the review, if you feel there’s scope for us to work together we then begin shaping your marketing/website strategy in our hugely popular ‘Six steps to success’ consultancy period. In a series of workshops, we’ll get to the core of your brand and marketing, providing a range of optional deliverables including buyer personas, keyword research and content plan, content audit, technical SEO audit, keyword and topic cluster strategy, stakeholder interviews, landing page wireframes, ad strategy, and ROI reporting metrics.
Step 3.
Marketing/website plan.
After the consultation period, we will then present a plan focusing on how we will develop a conversion-driven website or drive lead generation and business growth together over the next 12 months with a custom marketing retainer, breaking it down into key deliverables and stages.
Step 4.
Marketing/website activation.
Feel empowered by utilising our team of SEO experts, ads experts, content creators, copywriters, web designers and developers to execute your marketing or web design & development strategy. You’ll also be assigned your very own project manager to keep the wheels smoothly turning.
Step 5.
Watch your website traffic and leads grow!
With monthly reports and a true ROI plan, you can be sure we’re hitting the mark. We’re there with you every step of the way. We will review website KPIs post launch. There are also options for website support retainers and marketing retainers. This ensures we deliver maximum growth.
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Frequently asked questions
- How long does it take to build a Science & Research organisation’s website?
Each website project is unique in its requirements. Our approach is centred on delivering projects promptly and within budget. We establish a well-defined project timeline with distinct phases and assign a dedicated project manager to ensure smooth progress. Typically, activities such as stakeholder research, report compilation, design, and testing span approximately one to two months, with variability based on project complexity. Full development, hosting, and launch may extend the timeline to 3-6 months. Timely provision of essential materials such as images and information from your end helps streamline the process.
- How much does it cost to build a Science & Research website?
Our website projects typically range from £20k to £100k, depending on specific project requirements. As leaders in web design and development for over 23 years, we integrate rigorous research to optimise your website for engagement and ensure a seamless user experience. Organisation like The Royal Society and The Alan Turing Institute trust our expertise. With Contra, you receive exceptional value that aligns with your organisational goals.
- Will I be involved in the design process?
Your involvement is pivotal throughout the design journey. We collaborate closely with your team to ensure alignment with your vision. While we manage the technical aspects, our experts welcome your insights at every stage. Additionally, we provide expert advice on best practices, from maximising user engagement to ensuring intuitive design interfaces.
- How many design revisions will I be allowed?
To maintain clarity and efficiency in the design process, we typically accommodate up to three design revisions, adhering to agreed timelines.
- How is the project managed?
You will have a dedicated project manager as your primary point of contact. They oversee all project aspects, from timeline development to milestone achievement, ensuring alignment with your objectives. For specific inquiries related to marketing or website strategy, access to Contra's Managing Director and Head of Marketing is also available.
- Will you be producing any brand guidelines?
We provide a comprehensive design system for your website, ensuring consistency in visual and functional elements. This system complements your existing branding guidelines or, if required, we can assist in developing brand guidelines to maintain coherence across all channels.
- Do you write the copy for the website?
While we optimise site structure for SEO, extensive copywriting is typically handled separately due to the scale and complexity of the content involved. We recommend assessing internal capabilities to avoid project delays or engaging Contra’s expert B2B copywriters to assist.
- Will my site be SEO-optimised?
We scope out full SEO optimisation of your site, including keyword research, title tags, meta titles, meta descriptions and internal linking. Our marketing team can also develop an SEO-focused content plan post-launch.
- Do you offer marketing and website support retainer packages?
Customised technical SEO retainer packages are available, tailored to your specific needs and agreed upon upfront. Our website support retainers cover security updates and any extra hours can be allocated towards development.
- What is your team’s expertise?
Our full-service website & digital marketing agency team comprises seasoned professionals in SEO, design, and development, dedicated to delivering comprehensive websites aligned with your objectives. Many clients choose Contra as a one-stop shop for all their website and marketing needs.