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Avoid these common errors in physical sciences terminology

Inaccurate usage of scientific and technical terms can give out the impression that you do not have in-depth knowledge of the subject.  Naturally, peer reviewers are…
Avoid these common errors in physical sciences terminology

Tortured phrases: What they are, how they are detected, and how to avoid them

Given the pressure on researchers to publish and that too in a foreign language, many non–English-speaking researchers may write the paper in their first language and…
Tortured phrases: What they are, how they are detected, and how to avoid them

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. 
To hedge or not to hedge

Cheat sheet: American Psychological Association (APA) Manual of Style

Adhering to the guidelines prescribed by an exhaustive manual such as the American Psychological Association Manual (APA) of Style can be daunting. Here's a cheat sheet…
Cheat sheet: American Psychological Association (APA) Manual of Style

Our secret recipe (with 5 key ingredients) for a winning manuscript

Here’s a simple yet effective recipe with five ingredients, which are key to creating a well-written, submission-ready manuscript that delights the journal editor and…
Our secret recipe (with 5 key ingredients) for a winning manuscript

“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

Editage launches its new AI + Academic Editing Service for students and early career researchers

Students and early career researchers often need writing support the most but may find editorial services out of their reach. Editage has launched a new AI + Academic…
Editage launches its new AI + Academic Editing Service for students and early career researchers

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

From rejection to resilience – How senior editors helped these researchers deal with rejection

In this post, we will be talking about a few cases of rejection we’ve seen on the Editage Insights Q&A forum, how guidance by Editage senior editors helped them…
From rejection to resilience – How senior editors helped these researchers deal with rejection

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…