Resources for International Authors

This page provides valuable information for international authors who intend to submit manuscripts for consideration by Gastroenterology. The information is intended to help such authors increase the possibility of their papers being ultimately accepted.

Writing a Publishable Manuscript: Tips and Insights from the Editor of Gastroenterology
In this self-paced video Editor-in-Chief Anil K. Rustgi, MD, shares with authors the keys to developing a manuscript worthy of publication not just in Gastroenterology, but in any journal. He reviews the individual components of a typical manuscript, matters related to the peer-review process, and critical issues to consider before submitting a manuscript for review. Prospective authors, both young and seasoned, will benefit from watching this video. A syllabus, slide set, transcription, and downloadable iPod video are also provided.

Editing Services
The following is a list of editing services* for non-native English-speaking authors who wish to submit their manuscripts for consideration by Gastroenterology. Using these services can increase the likelihood of your paper being seriously considered by eliminating language barriers such as improper grammar, misspellings, and incorrect word usage. Consider consulting one of these services before you submit your article.

American Journal Experts
American Journal Experts has subject-expert editors in hundreds of areas of study to correct manuscripts. Their staff specializes in language polishing and will carefully correct any errors in spelling, grammar, and word choice.

Bioscience Editing Solutions
Bioscience Editing Solutions has subject-editors with expertise in all areas of biomedical and medical sciences to perfect the presentation and language of manuscripts for publication. All of our editors are native English speaking PhD or MD graduates from top US universities who are active academic or industry researchers and publish regularly themselves.

BioScience Writers
BioScience Writers specializes in revising, editing, and proofreading scientific and medical research documents. BioScience Writers can help maximize the accuracy and impact of written documents to enhance scientific publication.

Editage
Editage provides a full range of scientific editorial services to journals and authors worldwide, to ensure a well-written manuscript. They have extensive experience with ESL authors, employ BELS-certified editors, and offer a quality guarantee.

Enago
Enago has over 200 highly qualified and experienced native English editors who edit and proofread manuscripts from a variety of subject areas. They offer three levels of editing: copyediting, substantive editing, and proofreading.

English Manager Science Editing
English Manager Science Editing offers an online science editing and proofreading service for all types of scientific texts (articles, conference presentations, posters, manuals, grant proposals, etc.).

SciTechEdit International
SciTechEdit International specializes in editing, polishing, proofreading, and translating science manuscripts for all fields, including medicine, biology, chemistry, life sciences, physics, and technology, for publication in English-language science journals.

WriteNowServices
Write Now Services provides all levels of editing (substantive editing, copy editing and proofreading) for all types of scientific manuscripts (journal submissions, presentations, manuals, etc). Experienced with correcting manuscripts for proper English and many style manuals.

Write Science Right
Write Science Right offers a wide range of services including three levels of editing, follow-up editing, full translation, figure and table production/revision, writing, and consulting.

* Neither the AGA nor Gastroenterology specifically endorse any of the editing services listed.

Guidelines
The European Association for Science Editors has created comprehensive and highly recommended guidelines for authors who are not native-English speakers. Refer to these guidelines when writing your manuscript. For specific Gastroenterology formatting guidelines, refer to the instructions to authors.