# Lay Summaries > Plain-language lay summaries that explain your research to non-specialists, funders and the public, without losing the science. Request a quote. Source: https://conwiz.in/services/lay-summaries/ For authors At Conwiz Author Services, we understand the importance of making complex scientific or academic content accessible to a broader audience. Our Lay Summaries Services are specifically designed to bridge the gap between technical expertise and general understanding. Quick answer Lay Summaries are short, plain-language explanations of your research for readers who are not specialists. Conwiz writers keep the key findings and drop the jargon. They are for authors who want public engagement, media interest, funder or policy attention, and compliance with plain-language requirements. ![Illustration of a person examining documents and a picture, for lay summaries](https://conwiz.in/media/images/Lay-Summaries-scaled.width-480.format-webp.webp) At Conwiz Author Services, we understand the importance of making complex scientific or academic content accessible to a broader audience. Our Lay Summaries Services are specifically designed to bridge the gap between technical expertise and general understanding. This document provides a detailed overview of what Lay Summaries entail and the benefits they offer to authors. Often combined with [Research News Stories](https://conwiz.in/services/research-news-stories/) and [Video Creation](https://conwiz.in/services/video-creation/). Lay Summaries, also known as plain language summaries or non-technical summaries, are concise and reader-friendly explanations of complex scientific or academic research. These summaries are crafted to make the key findings and insights of a research paper or academic work understandable to a non-specialist audience, ensuring broader accessibility and impact. ## Where Do You Benefit? - Accessibility - Compliance - Community Connection - Public Engagement - Media Coverage - Enhanced Reputation - Funding Opportunities - Policy Influence - Educational Outreach ## What You Get? 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