English Editing Services
Proofreading
Proofreading is the final review of your manuscript before submission. It includes:
correcting punctuation and grammar
correcting spelling mistakes
checking consistency (e.g., consistent capitalization, spelling, units)
checking formatting (according to journal guidelines)
Copyediting
Copyediting will improve the quality and readability of your text:
correcting punctuation and grammar
correcting spelling mistakes
checking consistency (consistent capitalization, spelling units)
checking formatting (according to journal guidelines)
improving poor word choice
removing passive voice and wordiness
correcting sentence structure (e.g., dangling modifiers, subject-verb agreement, tenses)
Substantive Editing
Substantive editing is the most comprehensive type of editing. In addition to copyediting, it will:
improve sentence structure
improve the flow and clarity
comment on any scientific inconsistency
Note: Under all editing services, references will not be included in the total word count and will only be checked for internal consistency. If a specific style is requested, references will simply be added to the total word count.
If you are not sure which service to request, simply send me your document or a sample, and I will help you choose the best option for your manuscript!
As an expert academic editor and native English speaker, I will ensure that your manuscript is flawless and give you the best chance to impress reviewers. Document types include research papers, journal articles, reviews, reports, theses, and grant proposals.
Pre-Submission Peer Review Service
As a subject-matter expert, I can provide feedback and suggestions to improve the overall quality of your manuscript.
The review will examine all the elements of your paper, including the soundness of the experimental design, the methodology description, the study's significance to its field, and the relevance of data analysis. The overall clarity, drawn conclusions, and the adequacy of cited literature will also be reviewed.
This service will only be provided for manuscripts in Plant Biology.
Translation Services
As a native English and French speaker, I can provide high-quality translation of your scientific material. Note that I only offer translation from French to English.
This service includes the editing and formatting of your document. Document types include research papers, journal articles, reviews, reports, and theses.