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AI Tools Revolutionizing the Submission and Review Process: The Role of Proofig

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Proofig AI strengthens the submission and review process by automatically screening scientific images for suspected duplication, manipulation, AI-generated content, and plagiarism before peer review begins. It plugs a gap that text-focused tools cannot address, giving editors a structured, low-noise basis for human review and earlier, more consistent image integrity checks. AI tools are reshaping editorial […]

Using Image Analysis to Reduce Desk Rejections: A Pre-Screening Strategy for Editors

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Image integrity issues are a documented trigger for desk rejection at major journals, and many of these issues are unintentional, arising during figure preparation or complex workflows. Screening figures with an image analysis tool before submission helps surface potential issues for review and reduces the risk of delays. Why Are Manuscripts Being Desk-Rejected for Image […]