Language Editing Service
Language editing improves grammar, flow, and clarity without changing scientific meaning.
Editing is optional and does not influence editorial decisions.
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Service Scope
Editing focuses on grammar, terminology consistency, and readability for multidisciplinary audiences.
- Grammar, spelling, and punctuation correction
- Consistency of terminology and abbreviations
- Clarity improvements for methods and results
- Formatting guidance for captions and references
The service does not change scientific conclusions, data interpretation, or study design. Authors remain responsible for content accuracy and data integrity.
Editing Levels
Requests may include light language polishing or more substantive clarity editing for complex manuscripts. Scope is agreed before work begins.
For manuscripts with extensive revisions, the editorial office can recommend an appropriate level of support.
When to Request
Consider editing if English is not your primary writing language or if multiple co authors contributed to the manuscript.
Contact the editorial office with a summary of needs. Turnaround depends on manuscript length and complexity.
How to Request
Email the editorial office with your manuscript title, estimated word count, and the type of editing support requested. You will receive a response outlining timelines and next steps.
Benefits of Editing
Clear language improves peer review efficiency and helps readers focus on the evidence. Editing can strengthen the presentation of complex methods, clinical outcomes, and policy implications.
Editing Process
The process is collaborative and designed to preserve scientific meaning while improving clarity and flow.
Request
Send a brief description of the manuscript and needs
Scope
Agree on the level of editing and timeline
Edit
Language specialists refine grammar and clarity
Review
Authors approve final edits before submission
What Editing Does Not Do
- Change study design or statistical conclusions
- Provide peer review or guarantee acceptance
- Replace author responsibility for data accuracy
- Resolve ethics approvals or permissions
Turnaround Guidance
Turnaround time depends on manuscript length and complexity. The editorial office will provide an estimated schedule after reviewing the request.
Manuscripts That Benefit Most
- Multicenter studies with mixed writing styles
- Technical methods sections that require clarity
- Policy and public health papers for broad audiences
- Manuscripts prepared by early career authors
Service Notes
Editorial independence
Editing support is optional and does not influence acceptance decisions.
Scope confirmation
The editorial office confirms scope and timeline before editing begins.
Author responsibility
Authors approve all edits and remain responsible for scientific accuracy.
Submission timing
Editing can be requested before or after initial submission.
Editing requests should be made early when possible to avoid delays in submission timelines.
Clear communication of your goals helps editors tailor language support to your audience.
Editing can be coordinated with revision timelines when requested early.
Request Language Editing
Email the editorial office to confirm scope and timelines for editing support.
