What training do your editors and writers receive?

All our manuscript editors and writers go through the Basic Editor Training (BET) program that comprises 5 standard modules and various customized programs. Our medical writers receive specific training in ICH–GCP, CONSORT, and ICMJE guidelines. In addition, all our editors also receive intensive English language training. They attend external training programs and workshops that offer updates on grammar, punctuation, and style for American and British English.

What is the post-service you offer for edited manuscripts?

As part of Scientific Editing service, we offer the following post-service support: -Free Unlimited Q&A with the editor, Free re-editing support for 365 days if your revised manuscript meets all of the following conditions: The revised document should be submitted for subsequent rounds within 365 days of the delivery date of the original document. The document for which you are requesting free re-editing support should be the same as that submitted in the first round of editing. In case we notice a sizable portion of new content in your revised document which was not edited by us originally, we may charge an additional fee for those sections.If you require another Scientific Review report in the subsequent round of editing, then a flat charge of $200 will apply.

Can I change the type of editing service after submission?

Yes, you can change the type of editing service if the editor has not yet begun editing your manuscript. If the editor has already begun editing your manuscript then you will not be able to change the type of service. Please contact your Client Manager if you would like to change the type of editing service.

What are the different English language styles you use while editing?

We can edit as per two English language styles – American English and British English. You can choose your preferred language style in the online submission form.

Do you edit documents in LaTeX and TeX formats?

Yes, we do edit documents in Latex and Tex file formats. After editing, we deliver the final document as a Tex File. In addition, we send a word document that shows the changes we have made to the text and contains the editor’s comments and suggestions. Please note that we do not accept LyX files for editing.

Is my information secure with you?

At Editage we respect the confidentiality of research. All our employees are sensitized to the highly confidential nature of documents they handle and are required to sign confidentiality agreements that are indefinitely binding. If required, Editage will also sign confidentiality agreements with you before we embark on any professional relationship. Additionally, our data security processes have been ISO 9001:2008 certified. Since all documents submitted are managed through a secure Online Job Management System, only the editor working on your job and your client manager have access to your information.

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THE FUTURE OF HIGH-IMPACT PUBLICATION

Experience the power of your 3-expert publication success team

a peer reviewer for top journals like Nature,

a senior science editor with 20+ years of experience, and

a managing editor who helps 500+ researchers publish annually

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The top-journal peer reviewer
Experienced in reviewing for Nature, Science, BMJ, NEMJ
What they do
Comment on novelty, impact, research rationale, implications, concluding statements
Offer clear next steps
Take care of interdisciplinary research support
Meet our experts
The senior science editor
20+ years of academic editing experience, subject matter expert with a PhD
What they do
Perform 2 rounds of editing: developmental and language edits
Review and edit paper rationale, structure, flow, and presentation
Conduct a gap analysis to help you meet international publication standards
Meet our experts
The managing editor
Manages the publication of hundreds of academic research papers every year
What they do
Prepare a checklist to match target journal scope with your paper's core problem statement
Conduct a full review of the peer reviewer's and senior science editor's work to ensure all advice to you is in sync
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Voices from customers who use Scientific Editing

Dr. Hiroki Shigemune, Waseda University’s School of Advanced Science and Engineering
The pressure to publish has been rising in recent years due to the explosion of research output. Personally, I like to keep up the pace of my work by ensuring that I contribute at least once a year to a journal as well to an international conference.

(IF: 3.31)
Professor|Customer since 2019
Professor Tetsuhiro Yoshino, Keio University School of Medicine
I am delighted to share the story of my publication journey with Editage. Let me start by saying that this one of the proudest moments of my life since I have set a new benchmark for myself by getting published in a journal with an impact factor as high as 5.74!

(IF: 5.74)
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Meet our experts

John H
Post-Doctorate, Biological Sciences/ Neurobiology
United States of America
28+ years of experience
250+ paper review
Peer review experience
- Nature
- PLoS ONE
- The journal of Neroscience
- Journal of Cellular Physiology
- Developmental Neurobiology
- Scientific Reports
- Nature Communications
Paper publishing experience
- Brain, Behavior, and Immunity (IF: 6.306)
- Journal of Psychopharmacology (IF: 4.738)
- Neuropharmacology (IF: 4.249)
- Neurochemistry International (IF: 3.262)
- Journal of Neuroimmunology (IF: 3.033)
John M
Doctorate, Biology (virology)
United States of America
28+ years of experience
50+ paper review
Peer review experience
- Nature Genetics
- Cell
- J. Biol. Chem.
- PNAS
Paper publishing experience
- Cell (IF: 25.976)
- Nature (IF: 16.345)
- Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States (IF: 5.601)
- Journal of Biological Chemistry (IF: 2.403)
Nicole SD
Doctorate, Biochemistry, London, Canada, 2010
Canada
10+ years of experience
50+ paper review
Peer review experience
- Cell
- Molecular Cell
- Journal of Proteomics
- Molecular and Cellular Proteomics
- Journal of Biological Chemistry
- Biochemical Journal
Paper publishing experience
- Nature Methods (IF: 28.467)
- Cell (IF: 25.976)
- Nature (IF: 16.345)
- Molecular Cell (IF: 12.076)
- Cell Reports (IF: 6.635)
Matthew E
Doctorate, Cell Biology, Yale University, 2016
United States of America
3+ years of experience
50+ paper review
Peer review experience
- Molecular Cell
- Cell Reports
- PLOS Genetics
- NAR
Paper publishing experience
- Genes and Development (IF: 9.413)
- EMBO Reports (IF: 8.56
- mBio (IF: 6.74)
- RNA (IF: 4.94)
- Genetics (IF: 4.075)
- PLoS Genetics (IF: 4.001)
- Journal of Biological Chemistry (IF: 2.403)
Jean B
Doctorate, Molecular Physiology and Genetics
Italy
10+ years of experience
250+ paper review
Peer review experience
- Genes to Cells
- Journal of Cell Science
- Oncogene
- Biochimica et Biophysica Acta
Paper publishing experience
- Molecular Cell (IF: 14.548)
- Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States (IF: 9.58)
- EMBO Reports (IF: 8.568)
- Cell Reports (IF: 7.815)
- Plant Journal (IF: 5.775)
Chris M
Doctorate, Neuroscience / Psychology
British
7+ years of experience
50+ paper review
Peer review experience
- Neuroimage
- The European Journal of Neuroscience
- Neuroscience and Biobehavioral Reviews
- Journal of Cerebral Blood Flow and Metabolism
Paper publishing experience
- Journal of Neuroscience (IF: 6.074)
- Journal of Cerebral Blood Flow and Metabolism (IF: 6.040)
- Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States (IF: 5.601)
- Neuroimage (IF: 5.426)
- Neuropharmacology (IF: 4.249)
- Grant Applications for a number of research funding bodies
Karen R
Doctorate, Neuroimmunology Trinity College
Irish
5+ years of experience
250+ paper review
Peer review experience
- Biological Psychiatry
- Scientific Reports
- Journal of Anxiety Disorders
- PLoS ONE
- DNA
- Cell Biology
Paper publishing experience
- Brain, Behavior, and Immunity (IF: 6.306)
- Journal of Psychopharmacology (IF: 4.738)
- Neuropharmacology (IF: 4.249)
- Neurochemistry International (IF: 3.262)
- Journal of Neuroimmunology (IF: 3.033)
Shawn M
Doctorate, Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences
United States of America
10+ years of experience
100+ paper review
Peer review experience
- American Meteorological Society
- National Weather Association
- Royal Meteorological Society
- Springer atmospheric science journals
- The Journal of Asia-Pacific
- Atmospheric Sciences
Paper publishing experience
- Bulletin of the American Meteorological Society (IF: 7.929)
- Journal of Applied Meteorology and Climatology (IF: 2.463)
- Climate Dynamics (IF: 4.708)
- Monthly Weather Review (IF: 3.043)
- Weather and Forecasting (IF: 2.288)
Katy E
Doctorate, Earth Sciences, Cambridge University
Australia
12+ years of experience
50+ paper review
Peer review experience
- Nature Geoscience
- Earth and Planetary Science Letters
- Geochimica et Cosmochimica Acta
Paper publishing experience
- Earth Science Reviews (IF: 9.530)
Kevin C
Post-Doctorate, University of Oxford
United Kingdom
28+ years of experience
50+ paper review
Peer review experience
- Nature
- Journal of Biological Chemistry
- PLoS ONE and other
Paper publishing experience
- Human Reproduction Update (IF: 10.165)
- Advances in Biological Regulation (IF: 6.99)
- Journal of Biomedical Optics (IF: 2.859)
- Theriogenology (IF: 2.136)
- Scientific Reports (IF: 1.414)

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Your manuscript is managed like a VIP project

Every research manuscript is different, and so is the way each is reviewed. To streamline your publishing journey, Scientific Editing follows a structured process that supports you at every step until publication.

Choosing the most suitable experts

Customer service executive understands your preferences and passes them on to our project managers

Understanding your work

Project managers then handpick the most suitable native English experts based on a subject area match

3 senior experts create a robust publication strategy for you

Top journal peer reviewer performs an in-depth technical review.
Senior science editors performs developmental and language edits.
Managing editor reviews all the work for journal submission readiness.

Unlimited review and rework based on your feedback for up to 365 days

You review or revise our work, revise sections based on our advice, and resubmit to us for a recheck.
Request a discounted recheck by the same peer reviewer.
Our experts re-edit and reformat at no charge.

Unlimited re-editing of your response to journal feedback for up to 365 days

Send us journal feedback, your revisions based on the feedback, and responses to journal questions.
Our experts re-edit and reformat the paper and cross check your responses at no cost.
You submit the final paper with improved chances of acceptance.

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Features and Benefits available with this service

Scientific Review Report

TARGET TOP RATED JOURNALS WITH THE RIGHT EXPERTISE

A Scientific Review Report is created by peer reviewers for top journals like Nature, premium editors with 20+ years of experience, and our managing editors. This team of 3 experts shares critical feedback on improvements to your paper based on the scope of your target journal. Their feedback shortens the time a journal takes to evaluate your paper and increases your chances of acceptance in the high-impact journals.

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Editing certificate

At the time of manuscript submission, many international journals require an editing certificate from non-English-native authors. In order to enable a seamless submission journey, we issue such certificates for all manuscripts that we edit

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Unlimited Q&A

We understand that many authors have several queries regarding their edited document. And, to enable a discussion between authors and experts, we offer unlimitead (and timely) Q&A with your expert, free of cost. Note - Q&A is done through email.

Journal formatting

The layout and format of your manuscripts need to be consistent with the submission requirements of your target journal. With their extensive experience with style guides such as the APA, MLA, ACS, AMA, IEEE, and all major publisher and journal guidelines, our experts ensure that your papers are ready for journal submission, down to the last detail

Unconditional Free Re-editing

Even after our initial edit, manuscripts may need to be rewritten based on feedback from peers or journal peer reviewers. Our re-editing services ensure that your manuscript is ready for submission, after as many rounds of collaboration as you would like to have with your expert. This benefit is available within 12 months from the first round of editing of your paper

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Unlimited rounds of Plagiarism Check

Our globally accepted plagiarism check report (powered by iThenticate) identifies passages in your manuscript that might get flagged by the journal for accidental plagiarism, helping you prevent desk rejection. You get a report on the sections in your document that needs rework and expert comments on how these sections may affect the journal's evaluation. You can now avail this benefit unlimited number of times for 12 months

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Cover Letter Creation

Our experienced editors abstract the core highlights of your research based on your manuscript in the form of a cover letter. A cover letter engages your target journal editor, while sharing with them the value of your research so that they're interested and consider your paper for publication in their journal.

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Response letter check & multiple rounds of journal formatting

Increases your chances of acceptance with unlimited support in cross-checking and editing your responses to journal feedback. Get reformatting done for multiple journals within 12 months. Preferred selection by 80% of our customers!

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New - Consultation on call with a senior editor

A new, first-of-its-kind service where you can consult our senior editor directly on a 1-hour video call in English. Resolve your doubts and discuss your edited manuscript in great detail. Our editors will help you submit an impressive paper to your target journal by recommending the right English language conventions, vocabulary choices, as well as structural and presentation improvements to your paper.

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Editage’s Scientific Editing has no match

Our comprehensive manuscript editing, with multiple rounds of checks by top-journal peer reviewers and senior editors across multiple subject areas, makes us the preferred choice for researchers across the globe. Authors are provided efficient and thorough publishing support, with guaranteed quality, on-time delivery, assured data security, and customised support to ensure your academic success.

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Peer reviewers for international journals

Peer reviewers for Nature, Cell, BMJ, PNAS, PLoS ONE, NEMJ, etc.

No peer reviewer

Time (3000 words)

6 business days

14 business days

Journal Readiness Report

Clear support related to scope of target journal

Support for general journals in field

Academic domains covered

Medicine, Physics, chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Life Sciences, Humanities, Social Sciences

Medicine, Physics, Life Sciences

Experts dedicated to each project

4 experts

2 experts

Plagiarism Check

Cover Letter

Journal response feedback support

Editor Expertise Levels

Average editor experience of more than 20 years

No experience mentioned to help researchers

Global editor community

Editors from Canada, USA, Britain, Australia, New Zealand

Editors from the USA

Support until publication

Unlimited of re-editing, reformatting, support for a year for multiple journals + discounted multiple rounds of peer review + limit on extent of changes

Limited extent of changes supported

Price (3000 words)

Tailor-made pricing to suit your needs

Premium prices for subject expertise needed

When should you choose Scientific Editing?

When seeking acceptance in top journals

If you are targeting high-ranking journals in your field that have high standards of research publication

When seeking advice from top-journal peer reviewers

If you are looking for technical feedback from peer reviewers for top journals like Nature before submission to a top journal

When you want to improve your paper to its best version

If you are looking to make multiple revisions to your paper before submission to a top journal in your field

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Medicine
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Guaranteed Quality

In the rare case our work fails to delight you, we’ll re-work on it till you’re 100% happy.

And if you are still not satisfied, you get a full refund of your fees, no questions asked.

On Time
Always

We always help you meet your deadlines, often, by turning around work in just 8 hours

And, if we ever miss a promised deadline by even one minute, we offer a full refund of your fees.

Highest Standard Data Security

We work hard to protect your work. All our experts and employees follow a strict NDA.

Your files are also secure on our latest ISO standard systems (ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certified).

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Frequently Asked Questions

01
What training do your editors and writers receive?
All our manuscript editors and writers go through the Basic Editor Training (BET) program that comprises 5 standard modules and various customized programs. Our medical writers receive specific training in ICH-GCP, CONSORT, and ICMJE guidelines. In addition, all our editors also receive intensive English language training. They attend external training programs and workshops that offer updates on grammar, punctuation, and style for American and British English.
02
What is the post-service you offer for edited manuscripts?
A. As part of Scientific Editing service, we offer the following post-sales support: (1) Free unlimited Q&A with the editor; (2) Free re-editing support for 12 months if your revised paper meets all of the following conditions:
・ The revised document should be submitted for subsequent rounds within 12 months of the delivery date of the original document.
・The document for which you are requesting re-editing should be the same as that submitted in the first round of editing.
B. You can book a 1-hour call with one of our senior editors to discuss the editing of your paper using the Editor Consultation on Call add on service. This service is chargeable at $200.
C. If you require another round of review from our peer reviewers, do email us and we will initiate a second round of check. This service is chargeable at $200.
03
Can I change the type of editing service after submission?
Yes, you can change the type of editing service if the editor has not yet begun editing your manuscript. If the editor has already begun editing your manuscript then you will not be able to change the type of service. Please contact your Client Manager if you would like to change the type of editing service.
04
What are the different English language styles you use while editing?
We can edit as per two English language styles – American English and British English. You can choose your preferred language style in the online submission form.
05
Do you edit documents in LaTeX and TeX formats?
Yes, we do edit documents in Latex and Tex file formats. After editing, we deliver the final document as a Tex File. In addition, we send a word document that shows the changes we have made to the text and contains the editor's comments and suggestions. Please note that we do not accept LyX files for editing.
06
Is my information secure with you?
At Editage we respect the confidentiality of research. All our employees are sensitized to the highly confidential nature of documents they handle and are required to sign confidentiality agreements that are indefinitely binding. If required, Editage will also sign confidentiality agreements with you before we embark on any professional relationship. Additionally, our data security processes have been ISO 9001:2008 certified. Since all documents submitted are managed through a secure Online Job Management System, only the editor working on your job and your client manager have access to your information.
07
Will I be charged for getting my paper re-edited?
No, you will not be charged for re-editing till your paper adheres to these conditions:

・ Your paper was originally edited within 12 months.
・The document for which you are requesting re-editing should be the same as that submitted in the first round of editing.
08
Do the conditions for re-editing vary according to the editing service I choose?
Yes, conditions for multiple rounds of re-editing vary as per the choice of editing service you opt for. Here is a table for you to understand the conditions: Click here to know the conditions