AI that maps the logic, with editors who know what matters.
Life Science Editors has partnered with q.e.d to pilot an AI-based “pre-review” that helps you see how reviewers may read your manuscript, then act on it efficiently. You’ll receive the q.e.d Blueprint and full report directly, plus a short editor addendum that prioritizes what to fix first and flags any AI misreads.
Why collaborate with q.e.d? Why now?
q.e.d (quod erat demonstrandum) is a structured, critical-thinking AI tool built to evaluate scientific reasoning: what’s novel, what’s supported, and where gaps or missing controls may invite reviewer questions.
Our editors add what AI can’t reliably deliver:
- Big-picture judgment (what matters most for your story and audience)
- Prioritization (major vs. minor; “fix now” vs. “nice to have”)
- Context (how your claims land in the broader literature)
- Translation into action (what to change in text/figures/logic to reduce reviewer friction)
Goal: help you revise strategically, with clarity and confidence, before submission.
What You Get
- q.e.d Blueprint + full report (shared directly with you): the structured analysis and underlying rationale.
- LSE Editor Priority Notes (informal addendum): a short plain-language note that:
- highlights the top issues most likely to matter to reviewers
- flags where q.e.d may be overly strict or misreading your controls/context
- adds big-picture framing and literature positioning that automated tools often miss
Think of q.e.d as a strong first pass, and the editor addendum as the filter that turns it into a realistic revision plan.
Choose Your Service
| Service | Description | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Editing + qed | A full, in-depth editorial revision by a former journal editor, strengthened by AI-driven structural assessment. | Authors preparing for submission or resubmission who want maximum clarity, rigor, and polish. |
| Strategic Advice + qed | Targeted feedback delivered as embedded comments throughout your manuscript. | Authors who want high-level guidance without full rewriting. |
Both services focus on strengths, gaps, and concrete ways to strengthen the scientific narrative, informed by q.e.d’s structured analysis. Currently limited to manuscripts (not grants) during this pilot phase.
How It Works
- Submit your manuscript.
- Select your service: Scientific Editing or Strategic Advice + q.e.d.
- We run q.e.d and share the Blueprint + full report with you.
- You receive your LSE service plus Editor Priority Notes (what to fix first, what to deprioritize, and where AI may be off).
Pricing
Pricing follows our standard rates ($141.50/hour). Total time depends on manuscript length/complexity and the service selected.
Who Is This For?
- Stress-test your manuscript before submission
- Anticipate reviewer challenges around logic, evidence, and controls
- Get structured AI analysis plus an editor’s judgment on what truly matters
- Leave with an actionable plan—not an overwhelming checklist
FAQs
Will I see the q.e.d Blueprint and full report? Yes. We share both directly with you.
What does LSE add beyond q.e.d? Prioritization, context, and judgment, plus flags for likely false positives or over-demand, so you’re not chasing the wrong fixes.
Does this replace peer review? No. It’s independent of journal peer review and is designed to help you revise before reviewers weigh in.
Is my manuscript secure? Yes. LSE follows strict confidentiality standards. Manuscripts are uploaded securely, used solely for this pilot, and never shared externally.
Can I use q.e.d on my own? Yes. q.e.d is available directly as well. This pilot adds an editor’s judgment and prioritization on top.
Is the q.e.d output “perfect”? Like any tool, it can miss context or occasionally misinterpret details. That’s why we include Editor Priority Notes—to separate signal from noise.
Why is this a pilot? We’re assessing where AI-assisted analysis genuinely improves the author experience and where editorial judgment remains essential.
Please also see FAQs at qedscience.com.