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Research Paper Editing Services Tailored to Your Requirements
Well-presented research papers, which demonstrate good use of the English language, stand a much greater chance of being accepted by today’s top international journals. But achieving this can be a struggle, especially for research authors with English as a second language. That is why we offer a full range of professional research paper editing services to assist you towards publication success.
Successful research paper review not only requires a high-level of research paper editing but it also demands comprehensive knowledge of the research subject area. Because of this, all of Enago’s research paper editors hold PHDs and Master’s from the world’s top universities - with specialisms stretching across 1,117 academic subject areas. In addition, the majority are published authors and peer reviewers.
Top Impact Scientific Editing is designed for authors who wish to publish in high Impact Factor journals. It features developmental editing by editors who have worked with top journals such as Nature,* The New England Journal of Medicine,* and The Lancet*
All features of Substantive Editing
- 3 editor system with scientific developmental editing
- Top Impact report: mock peer review report
- Quality Assurance Check (paid add-on)
Substantive Editing is recommended for authors who wish to enhance the overall presentation, flow ,and cohesion of their manuscripts. It also gives you the option to choose Rejection Shield, which will support you through multiple rounds of journal revisions.
All features of Substantive Editing
- Logical Flow
- Presentation
- Content Enhancement
- Complete editing support & guidance for 365 days post-delivery
- Plagiarism Check (powered by iThenticate
Copy Editing is for authors who need a through English language editing to weed out all language, grammar, spelling, and punctuation mistakes. It is suitable for manuscripts at the final stage of revision.
- 2 Editor System
- Language and Grammar Check
- Style and Consistency
- Technical Accuracy
- Formatting
Value Added Features
Rejection Shield
Word Count Reduction
Journal Formatting
Certificate of Editing
Cover Letter
Expert Q&A
Academic Resources
Why Choose Us?
"Two-Editor" System and Native English-speaking Editors
“Two-Editor” system ensures we always deliver high-quality English Language Editing services. All manuscripts will be edited by at least two editors. Both editors are PhD/Master’s qualified native English speakers with specialty in your field of research. The first editor will focus on the technical aspect of your research writing, and the second editor will focus on ensuring the consistency of the language.
VIP Editor Pack: Top Quality Editor + AI Report
Your research manuscript deserves the best treatment. We have created an exclusive group of our highest-rated editors who are sought after by authors for their experience and knowledge of publishing. Our VIP editors will help you get published faster in a renowned journal with premium quality English language editing.
Specialized Subject-area Matching
Every manuscript submitted to us is matched to editors with highly specialized subject-area expertise. For example, a paper in Neurology will be edited by an editor who is an MD in Neurology, not by a specialist in Medical Sciences (click here for more examples). This technical competency enables our editors to faithfully convey your research in the language of your international peers.
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Pricing for English Editing Services
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| Delivery Plan | Top Impact Scientific Editing | Substantive Editing | Copy Editing |
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| 6 Days | $600 | $252 | $174 |
| 4 Days | $900 | $268 | $180 |
| 3 Days | NA | $330 | $189 |
| 2 Days | NA | $386 | $216 |
| 1 Day | NA | $432 | $225 |
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Research Paper Editing Services Workflow
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Researcher submits research paper for editing
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Enago edits and delivers paper to researcher
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Researcher reviews file & communicates with Enago editor under Editor Editor Q&A service
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If corrections are required, Enago edits & delivers publication-ready research paper
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Researcher submits paper to journal
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Researcher receives journal response
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If journal makes recommendations, researcher submits changes to Enago under Edit Unlimited
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Enago edits & delivers publication-ready research paper
FAQs
What does research paper editing include?
+Enago's research paper editing covers the essentials in every tier: grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, academic tone, and logical transitions between ideas. Every paper is reviewed by at least two editors with expertise in your specific research area not just general English proficiency. Depending on the service level, Enago also strengthens content organization, the overall argument, and scientific rigor, along with additional support such as journal-specific formatting and a Certificate of Editing.
Who will edit my research paper?
+Your research paper is matched to editors with a PhD or Master's degree in your specific field, selected based on your subject area, research question, and type of research not assigned at random.
How does Enago match my research paper with a subject-matter expert?
+Enago reviews each paper's subject area, research question, and type of research, then assigns it to editors with matching academic expertise from its pool of subject-matter specialists.
What subjects do Enago's research paper editors cover?
+Enago's editors cover 1,600+ subject areas across the sciences, social sciences, and humanities, with deep expertise in the specific data, methodology, and terminology of your research field.
How is Enago's research paper editing service different from other editing services?
+Every paper is reviewed by at least two native English-speaking PhD or Master's editors, averaging 19.4 years of experience, matched specifically to your subject area. Enago has supported 2 million+ authors across 125 countries since 2005, with a 99.4% client satisfaction rate.
What support does Enago provide after my research paper is edited?
+Post-editing support varies by tier and can include a Certificate of Editing, unlimited editor Q&A, and, with Substantive Editing and Top Impact Scientific Editing, Rejection Shield — covering response-to-reviewer editing, cover letter editing, and further revisions if a journal requests changes after submission.
What does Enago's quality guarantee cover?
+Enago guarantees your research paper won't be rejected by a journal solely due to language quality, across Copy Editing, Substantive Editing, and Top Impact Scientific Editing. If it happens in a rare case, Enago will re-edit it at no additional cost until you're satisfied, and for Substantive Editing and Copy Editing, a refund may also apply.
Can I request revisions after my research paper has been edited?
+Yes. Substantive Editing and Top Impact Scientific Editing include one year of journal revision support at no extra cost. Copy Editing customers can add Edit Unlimited, an optional service that lets you request re-editing until you are satisfied that the revision conveys your true intent.
Does Enago provide research paper proofreading service?
+Yes. If your paper only needs a final grammar and consistency check rather than full editing, Enago's English Proofreading Service is a lighter, single-editor option ideal for conditionally accepted manuscripts or documents that need a final check.
How quickly can Enago edit my research paper?
+Turnaround depends on document length and service tier, with standard delivery in as little as 6 days and expedited options available for urgent deadlines, including express delivery in as fast as 8 hours for shorter documents.
Can I get a certificate of editing after my research paper is edited?
+Yes. Enago issues a Certificate of Editing for all three editing tiers — Copy Editing, Substantive Editing, and Top Impact Scientific Editing confirming the paper was professionally edited by a native English-speaking subject expert.
What qualifications do Enago's research paper editors have?
+Enago's editors hold a PhD or Master's degree in a relevant field, are native English speakers, and average 19.4 years of editing experience. Top Impact Scientific Editing specifically assigns editors with experience as journal reviewers or editors themselves, for added insight into what reviewers look for.