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Post-acceptance copyediting for native English-speaking authors

Since post-acceptance copyediting is usually the last stage in the publication cycle, it provides an opportunity to identify and rectify any language-related errors or…
Post-acceptance copyediting for native English-speaking authors

Overcoming writer's block: Techniques for medical researchers

In this article, we will explore practical techniques designed specifically for medical researchers to overcome writer's block and boost their productivity in crafting…
Overcoming writer's block: Techniques for medical researchers

Tools to overcome language barriers and ensure good-quality academic language

This post explains how ESL authors may use AI tools like ChatGPT and other online tools to help overcome the barrier of language and publishing manuscripts in English…
Tools to overcome language barriers and ensure good-quality academic language

How to ensure bias-free and inclusive language in your research papers

This article is a brief overview of how inclusive-language guidelines have evolved, some key considerations, and important standard guidelines on how to use inclusive…
How to ensure bias-free and inclusive language in your research papers

Ensuring smooth flow and cohesion in your writing

This article discusses the devices—headings and subheadings, typical connecting words, phrases, and punctuation marks—that show how sentences and paragraphs form a…
Ensuring smooth flow and cohesion in your writing

Tips to break down research jargon and communicate clearly

We will address two questions in this post: (i) Why is it important to make your research more accessible to a wider audience? (ii) How can you communicate your findings…
Tips to break down research jargon and communicate clearly

“A, B and C” OR “A, B, and C”? The Oxford comma debate

What is the Oxford comma? When should you use it (should you even use it)? And why does it matter? This post explains it all.
“A, B and C” OR “A, B, and C”? The Oxford comma debate

Commonly misused terms and expressions in chemistry

Several technical terms in the field of chemistry may be misused or confused with other similar terms. Here are some common errors of this type that researchers often…
Commonly misused terms and expressions in chemistry

5 Tips to keep your research paper clear and readable

When a research paper is written in overcomplicated language, it could attract negative comments from reviewers or journal editors because the research is unclear. Here…
5 Tips to keep your research paper clear and readable

To hedge or not to hedge

Hedging is common in academic writing. But is it appropriate? And, if yes, how much should you hedge? This post explains it all.