NATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE - CANCER.GOV

Contact Information


Primary Contact

Office Team
Publications Office

Location

Building 434-C, Fort Detrick
Frederick, MD 21702

Overview

Our Mission

SPGM supports scientists and staff at NCI by distilling complex scientific information into clear, accurate, and compelling visual and written communication. We partner with our customers to enhance clarity, elevate presentation, and ensure their work meets the highest standards.

Core Services

Scientific and Technical Illustration

SPGM illustrators specialize in developing publication-quality visuals that communicate complex scientific concepts with precision and clarity. Our work includes:
  • Detailed technical schematics
  • Mechanistic and pathway diagrams
  • Complex multi-panel figures
  • Graphical abstracts
  • Data-driven visualizations
  • Custom illustrations for manuscripts, presentations, and reports

Editing and Writing Services

SPGM’s editorial team comprehensively reviews clarity, technical accuracy, consistency, and organization to refine scientific and institutional materials, including:

    • Manuscripts and journal submissions
    • Posters and presentations
      • Site visit reports
      • Brochures, pamphlets, and outreach materials
      • Internal and external communications

      Scientific Poster Design and Production

      SPGM offers flexible poster support tailored to project scope and budget. Our goal is to help researchers present their science clearly and confidently in any forum. Services include:

      • Full-service poster design and layout
      • Template-based poster development
      • Consultation and figure optimization
      • Formatting per conference requirements

      Video Post-Production and Motion Graphics

      SPGM provides professional post-production services to enhance existing video content to create polished products suitable for presentations, training, and outreach. Capabilities include:

      • Video editing and refinement
      • Motion graphics
      • Scientific animation
      • Audio cleanup and enhancement
      • Integration of graphics and data visualization

      User Guidelines

      Open to NCI only. You may submit your service request through our file-drop page at https://ncifrederick.cancer.gov/fredi/node/add/job_upload.

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