We are the holders of professional qualifications and obtained invaluable experience in our respective fields of expertise during our tenure in the pharmaceutical industry which spans over many years. CVs are available on request.
Detecting errors and inconsistencies in text before it is published or shared. (Very light copy-editing) punctuation, grammar and language.
Improve readability of written material, detect inconsistencies and correct grammatical and factual errors. (Light and medium) structure, flow, meaning, style, basic formatting, proofreading, reference cross checking (for academic editing).
The following information is required in order to ensure that your specific project requirements are fulfilled:
• Do you require the edits in UK or US English?
• The size of the document, i.e. number of words/pages that the document consists of?
• What is the style guide for the document?
• What are the deadlines involved?
• What is the budget (if applicable)?
A 50% deposit is required on acceptance of the quote and the balance will become due once the project has been completed.
This process will include the review of the following:
– grammar and spelling
– chapter headings
– fonts and font sizes
– hyphenation
– line spacing
– page numbering
– tables and figures
– word and paragraph breaks
– use of quotation marks
Reviewing, identifying and/or correcting errors in the following:
– grammar and spelling
– word choice and sentences
– correct and consistent punctuation usage
– use of archaisms
– factual detail such as personal names, product names and trademarks
– gender neutrality (in textbooks) and removing bias
– structural consistency: chapters, sections/headings and subsections/ subheadings, including numbering
– consistency in numbering systems and referencing
– missing/repeated words and phrases
– treatment of captions, figures and tables
– treatment of vertical lists
– treatment of abbreviations and acronyms
– application of plain language (in academic text)
– treatment of quoted matter and references
– correct usage of tenses (in academic writing)
– usage of hedging techniques (in academic writing)
– copyright and plagiarism
