Language Editing Service
JLCE offers optional language editing support for authors who want assistance refining manuscript clarity.
Editing improves readability but does not influence editorial decisions.
What the service includes
Grammar and syntax
Corrects grammar and sentence structure.
Scientific clarity
Improves readability while preserving technical meaning.
Terminology consistency
Aligns terminology across text, figures, and tables.
Flow and structure
Refines transitions and narrative organization.
Figure legends
Ensures legends are concise and descriptive.
Abstract clarity
Strengthens summary and keyword alignment.
Reference checks
Flags obvious formatting issues for correction.
Plain language
Improves readability for multidisciplinary readers.
What the service does not cover
No acceptance guarantee
Editing does not influence peer review decisions.
No data analysis
Statistical analysis and data checks are not included.
No figure creation
Figures and data visuals are not generated.
No ethics approval
Ethics approvals remain the author responsibility.
No submission handling
Authors must submit through the standard routes.
Author responsibility
Authors retain responsibility for accuracy and conclusions.
Steps to request editing
Email request
Send manuscript title to [email protected].
Attach manuscript
Provide the latest version in Word format.
Language preference
Indicate US or UK English preference.
Terminology notes
List terms or abbreviations to preserve.
Timeline
Include desired turnaround time or submission deadline.
Contact details
Provide a contact email for return of files.
Figure text
Include figures with heavy text for review.
Editing level
Specify light edit or comprehensive polishing.
Best time to request editing
Language editing is recommended when reviewers or collaborators suggest clarity improvements or when manuscripts are prepared by non native English speakers.
Early editing reduces revision cycles and allows reviewers to focus on epidemiology methods and results.
Reviewing edits before submission
Scientific accuracy
Confirm that meaning has not changed.
Terminology
Check that field specific terms remain accurate.
Figures and tables
Verify captions align with revised text.
References
Confirm citations remain correct after edits.
Coauthor review
Share edited version with coauthors if needed.
Final approval
Approve the edited file before submission.
Planning for editing timelines
Turnaround times depend on manuscript length and complexity. Request editing early if you have a fixed submission deadline.
Editors return a marked file with suggestions; authors should review changes for scientific accuracy.
Checks after editing
Scientific meaning
Confirm edits do not change the meaning of results.
Terminology accuracy
Verify field specific terms remain correct.
Figure references
Ensure figure and table references still match text.
Citations
Check that references remain accurate after edits.
Coauthor review
Share edited text with coauthors when needed.
Final approval
Approve the file before submission to JLCE.
Editing improves clarity but does not change the scientific content or influence editorial decisions.
Need Support From JLCE?
For policy, submission, or editorial questions, contact [email protected].
