Scientific Editing Services

English editing for scientific papers

London Proofreaders provides scientific editing to improve the language, clarity, structure and technical consistency of research manuscripts.

4× More Affordable Than Competitors • Faster Turnaround • Two Editors Included • UK-based company • Free certificate of editing

How does London Proofreaders compare with other scientific editing companies?

London Proofreaders charges $53 to edit 3,000 words in 2 days, compared with $174–$207 and 6–7 days in its competitor comparison.

Methodology: Prices were benchmarked against Editage, Enago and Scribendi for proofreading and editing of a 3,000-word manuscript using each provider’s standard turnaround option. Prices checked on 2 February 2026.

We offer fast standard turnaround times. If you need your paper back even faster then try our 3, 6, 24 and 48-hour express editing of scientific articles.

How much does scientific editing cost per word?

Scientific editing at London Proofreaders costs $0.018 per word, equivalent to $18 per 1,000 words at the standard editing rate.

Why is London Proofreaders scientific editing more affordable?

London Proofreaders keeps editing prices lower through remote operations, direct pricing and a leaner structure with fewer corporate overheads.

• Remote-first team
• No large corporate overheads
• Independent editors, not subcontracting chains
• Direct-to-customer pricing

London Proofreaders offers expert scientific editing and strategic support to help you prepare a clear, compelling manuscript ready for journal submission.

We are based in London, United Kingdom – a hub of scientfic innovation and we work closely with academics from universities and research institutes around the world. Find our review of the best scientific manuscript editing services.

Which journals have your clients published in?

Clients have published in journals including Cancer Cell, Nature Electronics, Annals of Oncology and The Lancet Neurology.

How many editors review each scientific manuscript?

Every manuscript is reviewed by two experts: a professional science editor and a managing editor who provides quality assurance.

What does scientific editing include?

Scientific editing covers grammar, terminology, sentence structure, academic style, tone, logic, flow and consistency in UK or US English.

Our service includes English language editing, which covers the main aspects of your document outlined below.

✔ Grammar – Fixes mistakes so your writing looks professional
✔ UK/US Spelling – Uses the correct spelling for your country (UK or US)
✔ Correct use of terminology – Fits your field of research or study
✔ Sentence structure – Makes sentences clear and easy to read
✔ Word choice – Uses the best words for academic writing
✔ Academic style – Makes your paper sound like proper academic work
✔ Academic tone – Keeps the writing formal and serious
✔ Repetition – Removes unnecessary repeated words or ideas
✔ Structure – Improves clarity within your existing structure so ideas are easy to follow
✔ Flow – Ensures smooth transitions between ideas so your writing reads naturally
✔ Logic – Builds a clear, reasoned argument that’s easy to understand and follow

Does London Proofreaders provide a free certificate of editing for journal submission?

Yes, we provide a free certificate of editing with every order.

What do you get with scientific editing?

• Your manuscript polished to journal-ready standard
• Clearer writing that increases chances of acceptance
• Two expert editors for accuracy, clarity and style
• Feedback on structure, terminology and flow
• Faster turnaround than major competitors

What support is available after scientific editing?

We offer several other related services including discounted re-editing and journal formatting assistance.

How experienced are your scientific editors?

London Proofreaders has over 10 years of editing experience and has worked with academics and researchers across more than 77 countries.

London Proofreaders’ featured editors have collectively edited more than 7,100 scientific papers across multiple academic disciplines.

Your manuscript is reviewed by two experts: a professional science editor and a managing editor, for quality assurance purposes.

How are your scientific editors trained?

Editor Training & Standards

All editors undergo rigorous training in scientific writing, reporting standards, and English language editing to maintain the highest quality editing output.

Confidentiality & Quality Guarantee

Your manuscript remains confidential and protected through SSL and non-disclosure agreements.

How do I order scientific editing?

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