Language Editing for International Journal of Nutrition
Professional editing support that improves clarity, readability, and global reach while preserving scientific accuracy and author voice.
Journal Metrics
Consistent, transparent publishing metrics help authors plan submissions and track impact. The following benchmarks are applied across the International Journal of Nutrition.
Journal At a Glance
International Journal of Nutrition is a peer reviewed, open access journal focused on clinical nutrition, public health nutrition, dietary assessment, and food science. The journal emphasizes transparent methods, data availability, and rapid dissemination for real world impact.
- ISSN: 2379-7835
- Open access publishing model
- DOI assigned to every article
- Global readership and indexing distribution
What the Service Includes
Language Refinement
Grammar, syntax, and terminology corrections to ensure professional academic tone.
Structure and Flow
Paragraph level editing to improve logic and readability for international audiences.
Consistency Checks
Uniform use of terms, abbreviations, units, and figure captions.
Formatting Support
Basic formatting guidance to align with IJN submission standards.
When to Use Editing
Language editing is ideal for authors submitting in English as a second language, teams with multiple co-authors, or manuscripts with complex statistical explanations. Clear writing improves reviewer comprehension and reduces revision cycles.
Editing is optional and does not influence editorial decisions. Manuscripts are still evaluated on scientific merit and methodological rigor.
Common Improvements
Editors focus on clarity and consistency while preserving scientific meaning. The following areas are commonly refined during language editing.
- Abstract structure and key message clarity
- Consistent terminology for nutrients and biomarkers
- Figure captions and table headings
- Grammar and tense alignment across sections
Consistency improves reviewer confidence and reduces follow up queries.
How the Process Works
Request
Email the editorial office with your manuscript title and a short summary.
Quote
Receive a scope check and estimated turnaround time.
Edit
Professional editors refine language while preserving technical meaning.
Submit
Upload the edited manuscript through the standard IJN submission workflow.
Deliverables and Turnaround
Turnaround time depends on manuscript length and complexity. The editorial office provides an estimated timeline before editing begins so authors can plan submission schedules.
- Edited manuscript with tracked improvements
- Notes on recurring language or formatting issues
- Clarification queries for ambiguous passages
Rush options may be available for time sensitive submissions.
Author Responsibilities
Authors remain responsible for the accuracy of data, references, and ethical statements. Editing does not replace peer review or validate study claims.
- Confirm all data and numerical values after editing
- Ensure references align with edited text
- Review any suggested changes before submission
Authors should review the final file carefully to confirm that technical terminology and statistical language remain precise.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does editing guarantee acceptance?
No. Editing improves clarity but does not change editorial review criteria.
Can I request partial editing?
Yes. You may request editing for specific sections or a full manuscript.
Will my scientific meaning change?
Editors preserve technical meaning and flag any ambiguous phrasing.
How long does it take?
Turnaround depends on length, but a timeline is provided before editing begins.
