{"id":11945,"date":"2026-06-11T05:08:05","date_gmt":"2026-06-11T05:08:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/?p=11945"},"modified":"2026-06-11T10:49:11","modified_gmt":"2026-06-11T10:49:11","slug":"5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Best Graphical Abstract Design Services for Research Publication"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Top 5 Graphical Abstract Design Services<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The top 5 graphical abstract design services are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.editage.com\/services\/graphical-abstract-design-visual-abstract-services\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Editage<\/a>, Wiley Editing Services, Taylor &amp; Francis Editing Services, ACS Author Services, and Springer Nature Research Solutions. In this article, we\u2019ll discuss the key features and advantages of each.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_68 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Introduction\" title=\"Introduction\">Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Glossary_of_Key_Terms\" title=\"Glossary of Key Terms\">Glossary of Key Terms<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Key_Takeaways\" title=\"Key Takeaways\">Key Takeaways<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#At_a_Glance_Comparing_the_Top_5_Services\" title=\"At a Glance: Comparing the Top 5 Services\">At a Glance: Comparing the Top 5 Services<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#1_Editage_Most_Comprehensive_and_Versatile\" title=\"1. Editage: Most Comprehensive and Versatile\">1. Editage: Most Comprehensive and Versatile<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Service_Overview\" title=\"Service Overview\">Service Overview<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#How_It_Works_The_Multi-Expert_Pipeline\" title=\"How It Works: The Multi-Expert Pipeline\">How It Works: The Multi-Expert Pipeline<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Key_Features_and_Benefits\" title=\"Key Features and Benefits\">Key Features and Benefits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Who_Benefits_Most\" title=\"Who Benefits Most\">Who Benefits Most<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Pricing_Summary\" title=\"Pricing Summary\">Pricing Summary<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#2_Wiley_Editing_Services_Trusted_Academic_Publishing_Support\" title=\"2. Wiley Editing Services: Trusted Academic Publishing Support\">2. Wiley Editing Services: Trusted Academic Publishing Support<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Service_Overview-2\" title=\"Service Overview\">Service Overview<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#How_It_Works\" title=\"How It Works\">How It Works<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Key_Features_and_Benefits-2\" title=\"Key Features and Benefits\">Key Features and Benefits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Statistics_and_Track_Record\" title=\"Statistics and Track Record\">Statistics and Track Record<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#3_Taylor_Francis_Editing_Services_for_Research_Infographic_Graphical_Abstract_Design\" title=\"3. Taylor &amp; Francis Editing Services for Research Infographic + Graphical Abstract Design\">3. Taylor &amp; Francis Editing Services for Research Infographic + Graphical Abstract Design<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Two-Tier_Service_Offering\" title=\"Two-Tier Service Offering\">Two-Tier Service Offering<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#What_Is_Delivered\" title=\"What Is Delivered\">What Is Delivered<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#How_It_Works-2\" title=\"How It Works\">How It Works<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#What_to_Provide\" title=\"What to Provide\">What to Provide<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Team_Composition\" title=\"Team Composition\">Team Composition<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#4_ACS_Authoring_Services_Subject-Specific_Graphical_Abstract_Expertise\" title=\"4. ACS Authoring Services: Subject-Specific Graphical Abstract Expertise\">4. ACS Authoring Services: Subject-Specific Graphical Abstract Expertise<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Service_Philosophy\" title=\"Service Philosophy\">Service Philosophy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#How_It_Works-3\" title=\"How It Works\">How It Works<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Key_Features_and_Benefits-3\" title=\"Key Features and Benefits\">Key Features and Benefits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#What_to_Provide-2\" title=\"What to Provide\">What to Provide<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Pricing\" title=\"Pricing\">Pricing<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#5_Springer_Nature_Research_Solutions_Graphical_Abstracts_for_Preprints\" title=\"5. Springer Nature Research Solutions: Graphical Abstracts for Preprints\">5. Springer Nature Research Solutions: Graphical Abstracts for Preprints<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Service_Overview-3\" title=\"Service Overview\">Service Overview<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#How_It_Works-4\" title=\"How It Works\">How It Works<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Key_Features_and_Benefits-4\" title=\"Key Features and Benefits\">Key Features and Benefits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Best-Fit_Use_Cases\" title=\"Best-Fit Use Cases\">Best-Fit Use Cases<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#How_to_Choose_the_Right_Service\" title=\"How to Choose the Right Service\">How to Choose the Right Service<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Can_I_use_a_graphical_abstract_designed_by_a_professional_service_for_purposes_beyond_the_journal_submission_such_as_conference_posters_or_social_media\" title=\"Can I use a graphical abstract designed by a professional service for purposes beyond the journal submission, such as conference posters or social media?\">Can I use a graphical abstract designed by a professional service for purposes beyond the journal submission, such as conference posters or social media?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#My_manuscript_has_not_been_accepted_yet_Can_I_still_order_a_graphical_abstract\" title=\"My manuscript has not been accepted yet. Can I still order a graphical abstract?\">My manuscript has not been accepted yet. Can I still order a graphical abstract?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Do_these_services_understand_my_specific_field_I_work_in_a_niche_area_of_biomedical_engineering\" title=\"Do these services understand my specific field? I work in a niche area of biomedical engineering.\">Do these services understand my specific field? I work in a niche area of biomedical engineering.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#What_happens_if_the_journal_rejects_my_abstract_because_of_a_formatting_issue_after_the_service_delivers_it\" title=\"What happens if the journal rejects my abstract because of a formatting issue after the service delivers it?\">What happens if the journal rejects my abstract because of a formatting issue after the service delivers it?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Are_there_free_or_low-cost_alternatives_to_professional_services_and_when_does_a_paid_service_make_more_sense\" title=\"Are there free or low-cost alternatives to professional services, and when does a paid service make more sense?\">Are there free or low-cost alternatives to professional services, and when does a paid service make more sense?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Can_I_request_a_specific_style_or_color_palette_for_my_graphical_abstract\" title=\"Can I request a specific style or color palette for my graphical abstract?\">Can I request a specific style or color palette for my graphical abstract?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#How_do_these_services_handle_confidential_or_unpublished_research_data\" title=\"How do these services handle confidential or unpublished research data?\">How do these services handle confidential or unpublished research data?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Is_a_graphical_abstract_the_same_as_an_infographic_and_do_I_need_both\" title=\"Is a graphical abstract the same as an infographic, and do I need both?\">Is a graphical abstract the same as an infographic, and do I need both?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Evaluation_Criteria_Used_in_This_Review\" title=\"Evaluation Criteria Used in This Review\">Evaluation Criteria Used in This Review<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Service_Scope_and_Visual_Options\" title=\"Service Scope and Visual Options\">Service Scope and Visual Options<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Pricing_and_Value\" title=\"Pricing and Value\">Pricing and Value<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Turnaround_Time\" title=\"Turnaround Time\">Turnaround Time<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Workflow_and_Expert_Involvement\" title=\"Workflow and Expert Involvement\">Workflow and Expert Involvement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Revision_Policy\" title=\"Revision Policy\">Revision Policy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#File_Format_and_Technical_Compliance\" title=\"File Format and Technical Compliance\">File Format and Technical Compliance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-50\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Publisher_Affiliation_and_Journal_Alignment\" title=\"Publisher Affiliation and Journal Alignment\">Publisher Affiliation and Journal Alignment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-51\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Data_Security_and_Confidentiality\" title=\"Data Security and Confidentiality\">Data Security and Confidentiality<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-52\" href=\"https:\/\/researcher.life\/blog\/article\/5-best-graphical-abstract-design-services-for-research-publication\/#Additional_Features\" title=\"Additional Features\">Additional Features<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span>Introduction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Graphical abstracts have become an essential component of modern academic publishing. As journals across disciplines increasingly mandate or encourage visual summaries alongside manuscripts, researchers face the challenge of producing publication-ready designs that meet strict technical and aesthetic standards. Professional graphical abstract design services help bridge the gap between scientific expertise and visual communication.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This article reviews five leading graphical abstract design services, evaluating their processes, pricing, turnaround times, deliverables, and best-fit use cases to help researchers make an informed choice (note that our evaluation criteria are fully described <a href=\"#_Evaluation_Criteria_Used\">here<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Glossary_of_Key_Terms\"><\/span>Glossary of Key Terms<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table width=\"624\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"173\"><strong>Term<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"451\"><strong>Definition<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"173\">Graphical Abstract<\/td>\n<td width=\"451\">A single-panel visual summary of a research article&#8217;s key findings, designed to help readers quickly grasp the core message.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"173\">Visual Abstract<\/td>\n<td width=\"451\">A broader term for any visual representation of research findings; often used interchangeably with &#8216;graphical abstract,&#8217; though it can include more detailed formats.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"173\">Infographic<\/td>\n<td width=\"451\">A more detailed visual summary that covers background, methods, major findings, and conclusions; it is more comprehensive than a graphical abstract.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"173\">2D Graphical Abstract<\/td>\n<td width=\"451\">A flat, two-dimensional illustration using standard design elements such as icons, arrows, and diagrams to represent research.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"173\">3D Graphical Abstract<\/td>\n<td width=\"451\">A three-dimensional rendered illustration, often used for complex anatomical, molecular, or spatial structures requiring depth.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"173\">Storyboard<\/td>\n<td width=\"451\">A preliminary layout or narrative outline created before the final graphic design phase, used to plan the visual flow.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"173\">Wireframe<\/td>\n<td width=\"451\">A skeletal visual framework showing the structure and arrangement of elements in a graphical abstract before detailed design begins.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"173\">DPI (Dots Per Inch)<\/td>\n<td width=\"451\">A measure of image resolution; most publishers require a minimum of 300 DPI for graphical abstract submissions.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"173\">EPS (Encapsulated PostScript)<\/td>\n<td width=\"451\">A vector image format commonly required by journals for graphical abstract submission, allowing scalability without loss of quality.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"173\">TOC Image<\/td>\n<td width=\"451\">Table of Contents image: a thumbnail version of a graphical abstract displayed on a journal&#8217;s online contents page.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"173\">Copyright Transfer<\/td>\n<td width=\"451\">The formal process by which the service provider assigns full ownership of the final graphic to the researcher upon delivery.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"173\">QR Code Link<\/td>\n<td width=\"451\">A scannable code embedded in some infographics and graphical abstracts that links directly to the published article&#8217;s DOI.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"173\">DOI (Digital Object Identifier)<\/td>\n<td width=\"451\">A unique alphanumeric string assigned to a published article to provide a persistent link to its online location.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"173\">Subject Matter Expert (SME)<\/td>\n<td width=\"451\">A professional with deep knowledge in a specific scientific field, employed to review and validate the scientific accuracy of the graphical abstract.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"173\">Revision Round<\/td>\n<td width=\"451\">A cycle of feedback and design changes between the client and the service provider following delivery of a draft.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways\"><\/span>Key Takeaways<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Editage leads the market with a multi-expert pipeline, 2D and 3D options, unlimited revisions, coverage of 5,700+ delivered abstracts, and the fastest first-draft turnaround at 4 days.<\/li>\n<li>Wiley Editing Services offers a trusted publisher-backed service with 16,000+ researchers served across 120+ countries, unlimited revisions within 60 days, and ISO 27001-certified data security.<\/li>\n<li>Taylor &amp; Francis Editing Services provides both a Graphical Abstract and a more comprehensive Research Infographic, with DOI linking and QR code integration as standard.<\/li>\n<li>ACS Authoring Services is the preferred choice for chemistry and chemical sciences researchers, with a PhD expert-led workflow and full use of professional design software such as Adobe Illustrator and CorelDraw.<\/li>\n<li>Springer Nature Research Solutions integrates graphical abstract delivery with Research Square preprint visibility, making it uniquely useful for researchers seeking early-stage exposure.<\/li>\n<li>All five services deliver files in standard publication-ready formats (JPEG, PDF, PNG, EPS) and the researcher retains copyright upon delivery.<\/li>\n<li>Turnaround times range from 4 business days (Editage first draft) to 10 business days (Springer Nature), giving researchers options depending on submission urgency.<\/li>\n<li>Pricing ranges from $210 (Editage 2D) to $630 (Taylor &amp; Francis Research Infographic), reflecting differences in scope, complexity, and the type of visual product delivered.<\/li>\n<li>Publisher-affiliated services (Wiley, Taylor &amp; Francis, ACS, Springer Nature) offer inherent alignment with those publishers&#8217; journal guidelines, reducing formatting risk.<\/li>\n<li>Researchers submitting to journals outside a specific publisher&#8217;s portfolio should prioritize services such as Editage that explicitly tailor abstracts to any target journal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"At_a_Glance_Comparing_the_Top_5_Services\"><\/span>At a Glance: Comparing the Top 5 Services<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table width=\"624\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"147\"><strong>Service<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"100\"><strong>Starting Price<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"127\"><strong>First Draft Turnaround<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"113\"><strong>Revision Policy<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"137\"><strong>Notable Feature<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"147\">Editage<\/td>\n<td width=\"100\">$210 (2D)<\/td>\n<td width=\"127\">4 business days<\/td>\n<td width=\"113\">Unlimited revisions<\/td>\n<td width=\"137\">2D and 3D options; 5,700+ delivered<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"147\">Wiley Editing Services<\/td>\n<td width=\"100\">$350<\/td>\n<td width=\"127\">5 business days<\/td>\n<td width=\"113\">Unlimited within 60 days<\/td>\n<td width=\"137\">ISO 27001-certified; 120+ countries<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"147\">Taylor &amp; Francis Editing Services<\/td>\n<td width=\"100\">$399 (Graphical Abstract) $630 (Infographic)<\/td>\n<td width=\"127\">5 business days (abstract) 7 business days (infographic)<\/td>\n<td width=\"113\">2 free rounds<\/td>\n<td width=\"137\">DOI linking + QR code; two product tiers<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"147\">ACS Authoring Services<\/td>\n<td width=\"100\">Quote-based<\/td>\n<td width=\"127\">Not publicly stated<\/td>\n<td width=\"113\">Collaborative fine-tuning<\/td>\n<td width=\"137\">PhD expert + Adobe Illustrator workflow<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"147\">Springer Nature Research Solutions<\/td>\n<td width=\"100\">$350<\/td>\n<td width=\"127\">10 business days<\/td>\n<td width=\"113\">1 round included<\/td>\n<td width=\"137\">Research Square preprint integration<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Editage_Most_Comprehensive_and_Versatile\"><\/span>1. Editage: Most Comprehensive and Versatile<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Editage is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.editage.com\/services\/graphical-abstract-design-visual-abstract-services\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">most comprehensive and widely used graphical abstract design service<\/a> available to researchers globally. With over 5,700 graphical abstracts delivered and coverage spanning medicine, life sciences, chemical sciences, and humanities, it sets the benchmark for quality, process transparency, and client support.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Service_Overview\"><\/span>Service Overview<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Editage offers two distinct graphical abstract plans, enabling researchers to choose the level of visual sophistication that best suits their research and target journal:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<table width=\"624\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"167\"><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"229\"><strong>2D Graphical Abstract<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"229\"><strong>3D Graphical Abstract<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"167\">Starting Price<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">$210 (discounted from $280)<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">$375 (discounted from $500)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"167\">First Draft Delivery<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">4 working days<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">5 working days (after sketch approval)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"167\">Preliminary Review<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">Not applicable<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">Black-and-white rough sketch provided first<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"167\">Revision Turnaround<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">2\u20133 working days per round<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">3 working days per round<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"167\">Copyright Ownership<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">Researcher retains full copyright<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">Researcher retains copyright of elements and finished image<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"167\">Best For<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">Relationships, processes, flat data representations<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">3D structures, molecular\/anatomical content, spatial concepts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_It_Works_The_Multi-Expert_Pipeline\"><\/span>How It Works: The Multi-Expert Pipeline<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Editage&#8217;s process is distinguished by a structured, multi-professional collaboration across two phases:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Content Phase:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A scientific writer reads the manuscript and instructions to identify the core study and the client&#8217;s vision.<\/li>\n<li>The scientific writer creates a storyboard and wireframe aligned to the target journal&#8217;s guidelines.<\/li>\n<li>A scientific content reviewer checks and finalizes the storyboard and wireframe.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Design Phase:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A graphic designer uses the approved storyboard and wireframe to produce a design draft.<\/li>\n<li>A design reviewer checks the draft, and the scientific writer, content reviewer, and both designers collaborate to finalize it.<\/li>\n<li>A final quality check is conducted before delivery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Features_and_Benefits\"><\/span>Key Features and Benefits<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Subject area coverage: All major fields including medicine, life sciences, mathematics, chemistry, and humanities.<\/li>\n<li>Journal-specific customization: Abstracts are designed to meet the exact requirements of the researcher&#8217;s target journal.<\/li>\n<li>Output formats: JPG, PDF, PNG, and TIFF.<\/li>\n<li>Unlimited revisions: Free revisions are provided until the researcher is satisfied, including revisions requested based on supervisor or co-author feedback.<\/li>\n<li>No sketch required: Editage&#8217;s team handles the concept from scratch; researchers only need to provide their manuscript and target journal.<\/li>\n<li>Publisher compatibility: Works with journals from Taylor &amp; Francis, Wiley, SAGE, Royal Society of Chemistry, Emerald, Frontiers, BMJ, and others.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Benefits_Most\"><\/span>Who Benefits Most<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<table width=\"624\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"167\"><strong>User Type<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"457\"><strong>Why Editage Is Suitable<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"167\">PhD Students<\/td>\n<td width=\"457\">Professional visuals for thesis seminars, grant applications, and early manuscript submissions.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"167\">Early-Career Researchers<\/td>\n<td width=\"457\">Submission-ready designs that improve journal appeal and conference presentations.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"167\">Researchers submitting to any journal<\/td>\n<td width=\"457\">Journal-specific abstracts aligned to publisher guidelines to improve visibility and citations.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"167\">University Professors<\/td>\n<td width=\"457\">High-quality visuals for ongoing projects, peer collaboration, and funded grant proposals.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"167\">Research Labs<\/td>\n<td width=\"457\">Standardized visual storytelling across multiple outputs including press releases and funder communications.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"167\">Medical Professionals and Clinicians<\/td>\n<td width=\"457\">Clear visuals translating complex clinical research for interdisciplinary teams and continuing education.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"167\">Pharmaceutical Companies<\/td>\n<td width=\"457\">Compelling graphics for mechanisms, study designs, regulatory submissions, and investor materials.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pricing_Summary\"><\/span>Pricing Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<table width=\"624\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"187\"><strong>Item<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"437\"><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"187\">2D Graphical Abstract<\/td>\n<td width=\"437\">$210<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"187\">3D Graphical Abstract<\/td>\n<td width=\"437\">$375<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"187\">Turnaround (first draft)<\/td>\n<td width=\"437\">4\u20135 business days from order confirmation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"187\">Deliverables (2D)<\/td>\n<td width=\"437\">Graphical abstract file + explanatory letter<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"187\">Deliverables (3D)<\/td>\n<td width=\"437\">Graphical abstract file + explanatory letter + development materials<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"187\">Document types accepted<\/td>\n<td width=\"437\">Research\/review articles, clinical case studies, thesis, books, grant proposals, patent documents<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Wiley_Editing_Services_Trusted_Academic_Publishing_Support\"><\/span>2. Wiley Editing Services: Trusted Academic Publishing Support<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Wiley Editing Services is one of the most trusted names in academic publishing support, backed by Wiley, which is one of the world&#8217;s largest and most respected scholarly publishers. The graphical abstract service is built for researchers submitting to a broad range of journals, including those within and beyond the Wiley portfolio, and has served over 16,000 researchers across 120+ countries.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Service_Overview-2\"><\/span>Service Overview<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<table width=\"624\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"187\"><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"437\"><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"187\">Price<\/td>\n<td width=\"437\">$350<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"187\">First Draft Turnaround<\/td>\n<td width=\"437\">5 business days<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"187\">Revision Policy<\/td>\n<td width=\"437\">Unlimited revisions within 60 days of order placement<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"187\">File Formats Delivered<\/td>\n<td width=\"437\">EPS (journal-ready) + PDF review version<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"187\">Subject Experts<\/td>\n<td width=\"437\">34+ experts covering language, accuracy, and tone<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"187\">Data Security<\/td>\n<td width=\"437\">ISO\/IEC 27001:2022 certified; confidentiality agreements signed by all staff<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_It_Works\"><\/span>How It Works<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Step 1, Submit Order: Provide the manuscript and target journal to ensure compliance with general, color, and visual requirements.<\/li>\n<li>Step 2, Content Expert Review: A content expert reviews the manuscript and outlines key points for the graphical abstract.<\/li>\n<li>Step 3, Graphical Abstract Design: An illustrator designs the abstract following the journal&#8217;s artwork guidelines.<\/li>\n<li>Step 4, Review, Approve, and Download: The researcher reviews and approves the final abstract, then downloads the high-resolution file upon payment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Features_and_Benefits-2\"><\/span>Key Features and Benefits<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Visual summary: High-quality academic visuals ready for submission and publication alongside the article.<\/li>\n<li>Illustrator collaboration: Once the manuscript and target journal are shared, content experts collaborate with the researcher before illustrators create the final design.<\/li>\n<li>Multiple file formats: Delivers the required format for the selected journal (typically EPS) plus a PDF version for review.<\/li>\n<li>Multiple revision rounds: Researchers can request unlimited revisions within 60 days of placing the order.<\/li>\n<li>On-time delivery guarantee: Wiley refunds the fee if the order is delayed.<\/li>\n<li>24\/7 customer service: Support available around the clock for any questions or requests.<\/li>\n<li>Confidentiality: All staff sign indefinite confidentiality agreements; additional agreements can be arranged.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Statistics_and_Track_Record\"><\/span>Statistics and Track Record<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<table width=\"624\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"233\"><strong>Metric<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"391\"><strong>Value<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"233\">Manuscripts edited in the last 3 years<\/td>\n<td width=\"391\">25,000+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"233\">Researchers served<\/td>\n<td width=\"391\">16,000+ across 120+ countries<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"233\">Subject experts<\/td>\n<td width=\"391\">34+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"233\">Data security certification<\/td>\n<td width=\"391\">ISO\/IEC 27001:2022<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Taylor_Francis_Editing_Services_for_Research_Infographic_Graphical_Abstract_Design\"><\/span>3. Taylor &amp; Francis Editing Services for Research Infographic + Graphical Abstract Design<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Taylor &amp; Francis Editing Services offers researchers two distinct visual products: a Graphical Abstract and a more comprehensive Research Infographic. This dual offering makes it unique among the services reviewed and is especially valuable for researchers who need a visual summary for both journal submission and broader public dissemination.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Two-Tier_Service_Offering\"><\/span>Two-Tier Service Offering<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<table width=\"624\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"167\"><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"229\"><strong>Graphical Abstract<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"229\"><strong>Research Infographic<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"167\">Price<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">$399<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">$630<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"167\">Turnaround<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">5 business days<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">7 business days<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"167\">Purpose<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">Condensed, graphical summary of research conclusion for social media and journal submission<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">Full visual coverage of background, methods, key results, and conclusions for wider audiences<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"167\">Social Sharing<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">Optimized for social media posts and conference presentations<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">Shareable via social media, websites, and conference presentations<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"167\">DOI and QR Code<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">Linked to published article DOI via hyperlink and QR code<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">Linked to published article DOI via hyperlink and QR code<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"167\">Revision Rounds<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">2 free rounds<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">2 free rounds<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"167\">Audience<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">Peers and social media followers<\/td>\n<td width=\"229\">Broader public audience including non-specialists<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Delivered\"><\/span>What Is Delivered<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>A professionally designed, eye-catching graphical abstract or research infographic.<\/li>\n<li>A reference to the peer-reviewed research article, plus a QR code link to the published article.<\/li>\n<li>Files delivered in JPEG, PDF, and PNG formats.<\/li>\n<li>Access to the Taylor &amp; Francis Author Services best practice guide to sharing research.<\/li>\n<li>Suggested social media copy and hashtags to drive online engagement, delivered in an MS Word file.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_It_Works-2\"><\/span>How It Works<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Step 1: Place an order at any stage after the journal article has been accepted or published.<\/li>\n<li>Step 2: Select a service tier, securely upload the article, and complete the author questionnaire.<\/li>\n<li>Step 3: The team studies the article and supporting material, then prepares a first draft.<\/li>\n<li>Step 4: Complete payment, review the draft, and provide feedback.<\/li>\n<li>Step 5: The team incorporates feedback and delivers the final file.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Provide\"><\/span>What to Provide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The published journal article (primary source).<\/li>\n<li>Original, high-resolution image files, if available.<\/li>\n<li>Supplementary tables and figures.<\/li>\n<li>Supporting material such as presentations, posters, or relevant prior papers.<\/li>\n<li>A completed author questionnaire covering intended audience, research motivation, and desired key takeaways.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Maximum upload file size is 100 MB. Most compatible file types are accepted.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Team_Composition\"><\/span>Team Composition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Experienced content writers, illustrators, and designers collaborate to produce the visual.<\/li>\n<li>High-quality graphics are combined with simplified text to convey core findings, making content accessible to lay audiences.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_ACS_Authoring_Services_Subject-Specific_Graphical_Abstract_Expertise\"><\/span>4. ACS Authoring Services: Subject-Specific Graphical Abstract Expertise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>ACS Authoring Services is the official author support platform of the American Chemical Society, one of the world&#8217;s most prestigious scientific organizations. The graphical abstract service is particularly well-suited to researchers in chemistry, biochemistry, and related fields, reflecting ACS&#8217;s deep roots in molecular and structural science. The workflow emphasizes collaboration between the researcher and a PhD-level subject matter expert.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Service_Philosophy\"><\/span>Service Philosophy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>ACS Authoring Services takes a distinctly collaborative approach. Rather than working entirely independently, the team actively seeks the researcher&#8217;s input and preferences throughout the design and production process. Researchers may provide a rough sketch, draft, or style preference, and the team works to realize that vision.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_It_Works-3\"><\/span>How It Works<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<table width=\"624\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"120\"><strong>Stage<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"173\"><strong>Who Is Involved<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"331\"><strong>What Happens<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"120\">1. Concept<\/td>\n<td width=\"173\">PhD expert in the researcher&#8217;s field<\/td>\n<td width=\"331\">Reviews the manuscript and develops a synopsis summarizing key concepts and findings.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"120\">2. Sketch<\/td>\n<td width=\"173\">Subject matter expert + scientific illustrator<\/td>\n<td width=\"331\">Develops a prototype sketch that visually represents the research.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"120\">3. Design<\/td>\n<td width=\"173\">Design team<\/td>\n<td width=\"331\">Uses Adobe Illustrator or CorelDraw to transform the sketch into a polished 2D image for client review.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"120\">4. Fine-Tune<\/td>\n<td width=\"173\">Full team + researcher<\/td>\n<td width=\"331\">Graphics are revised based on feedback. Final image conforms to the technical specifications of the target journal.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Features_and_Benefits-3\"><\/span>Key Features and Benefits<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Subject matter expertise: A PhD expert from the researcher&#8217;s specific field is assigned, ensuring scientific accuracy.<\/li>\n<li>Professional design software: Adobe Illustrator and CorelDraw are used, producing vector-quality images.<\/li>\n<li>Flexible input: The team can work from a concept, sketch, or outline, or extract key points directly from the manuscript.<\/li>\n<li>High-resolution output: Deliverables include high-resolution images with carefully written captions.<\/li>\n<li>Copyright transfer: Full copyright is transferred to the researcher upon delivery.<\/li>\n<li>Multilingual access: The service is available in English, Simplified Chinese, Korean, Japanese, and Spanish.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Provide-2\"><\/span>What to Provide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Final manuscript with all figures and tables.<\/li>\n<li>Name of target journal.<\/li>\n<li>Optional: A rough sketch or draft as a visual reference.<\/li>\n<li>Optional: Style preferences such as color scheme, proportion of visuals to text, or layout style.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pricing\"><\/span>Pricing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>ACS Authoring Services does not publicly list a fixed price for graphical abstracts; pricing is provided through a quote upon inquiry. Researchers are directed to the order portal to request pricing based on manuscript scope and complexity.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Springer_Nature_Research_Solutions_Graphical_Abstracts_for_Preprints\"><\/span>5. Springer Nature Research Solutions: Graphical Abstracts for Preprints<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Springer Nature Research Solutions offers graphical abstract design as part of its broader suite of author services, delivered through Research Square, Springer Nature&#8217;s preprint and author services platform. This service is distinct in its preprint integration feature, making it the best choice for researchers who plan to post their work as a preprint before or during journal review.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Service_Overview-3\"><\/span>Service Overview<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<table width=\"624\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"187\"><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"437\"><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"187\">Price<\/td>\n<td width=\"437\">$350<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"187\">First Draft Turnaround<\/td>\n<td width=\"437\">10 business days from order placement<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"187\">Revision Policy<\/td>\n<td width=\"437\">One round of revisions included<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"187\">Preprint Integration<\/td>\n<td width=\"437\">Graphical abstract can be featured on the researcher&#8217;s Research Square preprint page<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"187\">Customization<\/td>\n<td width=\"437\">Platform optimization available (e.g., X\/Twitter, LinkedIn, journal sites)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"187\">Order Requirements<\/td>\n<td width=\"437\">Research article and any supporting documents; comments and preferences accepted<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_It_Works-4\"><\/span>How It Works<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Step 1: Place an order and indicate where the graphical abstract will be used (journal submission, social media, preprint, etc.).<\/li>\n<li>Step 2: The team designs the abstract and delivers a draft within 10 business days.<\/li>\n<li>Step 3: The researcher reviews the draft and provides feedback for one round of revisions.<\/li>\n<li>Step 4: Once approved, the graphical abstract can be displayed on the researcher&#8217;s Research Square preprint page.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Features_and_Benefits-4\"><\/span>Key Features and Benefits<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Tailored to research: Designed using the researcher&#8217;s manuscript or abstract.<\/li>\n<li>Audience optimization: Formatted specifically for the intended platform, whether a journal site, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, or a preprint server.<\/li>\n<li>Preprint page visibility: Uniquely, approved abstracts can be featured on Research Square preprint pages, boosting early-stage discoverability.<\/li>\n<li>Springer Nature backing: Service reflects the design standards associated with one of the world&#8217;s largest scientific publishers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best-Fit_Use_Cases\"><\/span>Best-Fit Use Cases<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Researchers posting preprints on Research Square who want a coordinated visual identity for their work.<\/li>\n<li>Authors submitting to Springer Nature journals who want alignment with publisher standards.<\/li>\n<li>Researchers targeting social media visibility alongside formal publication.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Choose_the_Right_Service\"><\/span>How to Choose the Right Service<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Selecting a graphical abstract design service depends on several factors, including the target journal, budget, turnaround requirements, and the complexity of the research. The table below provides a summary guide:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<table width=\"624\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"267\"><strong>If you need&#8230;<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"357\"><strong>Best Choice<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"267\">The fastest turnaround for any journal or field<\/td>\n<td width=\"357\">Editage (4-day first draft)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"267\">A 3D illustration for molecular or anatomical research<\/td>\n<td width=\"357\">Editage (only service offering 3D)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"267\">A service backed by a major publisher with strong security credentials<\/td>\n<td width=\"357\">Wiley Editing Services<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"267\">A visual plus social media copy and a research infographic<\/td>\n<td width=\"357\">Taylor &amp; Francis Editing Services<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"267\">Chemistry or chemical sciences expertise with PhD-level input<\/td>\n<td width=\"357\">ACS Authoring Services<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"267\">Preprint integration and Research Square visibility<\/td>\n<td width=\"357\">Springer Nature Research Solutions<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"267\">The lowest price entry point for 2D design<\/td>\n<td width=\"357\">Editage ($210)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"267\">Coverage across humanities and social sciences<\/td>\n<td width=\"357\">Editage or Taylor &amp; Francis<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_use_a_graphical_abstract_designed_by_a_professional_service_for_purposes_beyond_the_journal_submission_such_as_conference_posters_or_social_media\"><\/span>Can I use a graphical abstract designed by a professional service for purposes beyond the journal submission, such as conference posters or social media?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes. All five services reviewed here transfer full copyright to the researcher upon delivery of the final file. This means the abstract can be used freely for conference presentations, social media posts, grant applications, lab websites, and institutional communications. Taylor &amp; Francis Editing Services even includes suggested social media copy and hashtags to help researchers maximize post-publication engagement. You should, however, check your specific journal&#8217;s policies, as some publishers require that authors notify them when sharing journal-accepted materials publicly.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"My_manuscript_has_not_been_accepted_yet_Can_I_still_order_a_graphical_abstract\"><\/span>My manuscript has not been accepted yet. Can I still order a graphical abstract?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Most services accept orders at any stage of the submission process. Editage, Wiley Editing Services, and ACS Authoring Services all allow researchers to place orders before acceptance, which is particularly useful for researchers who want the graphical abstract ready at the time of submission. Taylor &amp; Francis Editing Services specifies that orders should be placed after acceptance or publication. It is advisable to confirm with the specific service before ordering if the manuscript is still under review.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_these_services_understand_my_specific_field_I_work_in_a_niche_area_of_biomedical_engineering\"><\/span>Do these services understand my specific field? I work in a niche area of biomedical engineering.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Subject expertise varies by service. ACS Authoring Services assigns a PhD expert from the researcher&#8217;s specific field to every project, making it the strongest option for niche scientific accuracy in chemistry and related sciences. Editage employs scientific writers and content reviewers who work across medicine, life sciences, physical sciences, and humanities. Wiley Editing Services employs 34+ subject experts. For highly specialized fields, it is helpful to provide as much context as possible including relevant figures and any design preferences, regardless of which service is chosen.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_the_journal_rejects_my_abstract_because_of_a_formatting_issue_after_the_service_delivers_it\"><\/span>What happens if the journal rejects my abstract because of a formatting issue after the service delivers it?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>All five services produce abstracts intended to meet the target journal&#8217;s published guidelines. Editage and Wiley Editing Services both offer post-delivery revisions to accommodate changes required by journal editors or co-authors. For Editage, unlimited revisions are offered with no additional charge unless the content or format changes substantially. Researchers should save the original editable or vector files (EPS, AI) delivered by the service, as these will be needed to make any minor adjustments quickly. It is also worth noting that ACS explicitly recommends submitting the final version of the manuscript before ordering, to avoid the need for significant rework.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_there_free_or_low-cost_alternatives_to_professional_services_and_when_does_a_paid_service_make_more_sense\"><\/span>Are there free or low-cost alternatives to professional services, and when does a paid service make more sense?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Several free tools like MindTheGraph, Canva, PowerPoint, Inkscape, and Adobe Express, allow researchers to create graphical abstracts without a professional service. These tools are cost-effective and give the researcher direct control over the design. However, you should already have sound design skills and a good understanding of how graphical abstracts work, if you want to produce a graphical abstract that actually boosts your paper\u2019s visibility.<\/p>\n<p>Professional services offer advantages that free tools cannot easily replicate: scientific content review, journal-specific compliance checks, peer-level illustration expertise, and accountability for the final output. Paid services are most justified when the target journal has a high impact factor, when the researcher lacks design skills or time, when the research is visually complex (particularly for 3D concepts), or when the abstract will be used extensively for promotional purposes.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_request_a_specific_style_or_color_palette_for_my_graphical_abstract\"><\/span>Can I request a specific style or color palette for my graphical abstract?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes. All five services accept style and design preferences from the researcher. ACS Authoring Services explicitly invites researchers to share their preferred color scheme, proportion of visuals to text, and layout style at the time of ordering. Editage accepts a rough sketch or detailed instructions alongside the manuscript. Wiley and Taylor &amp; Francis gather preferences through the initial manuscript submission and any supporting materials provided. Researchers who have a specific aesthetic in mind (e.g., matching an existing lab branding or following a journal&#8217;s visual language) should communicate this clearly at the outset to avoid unnecessary revision rounds.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_these_services_handle_confidential_or_unpublished_research_data\"><\/span>How do these services handle confidential or unpublished research data?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>All five services treat client manuscripts as strictly confidential. Wiley Editing Services is certified under ISO\/IEC 27001:2022 for information security and requires all staff to sign indefinite confidentiality agreements; additional bespoke confidentiality agreements can be arranged. Editage, through its parent company Cactus Communications, operates under comprehensive data security protocols. ACS Authoring Services, as an arm of the American Chemical Society, maintains robust intellectual property protection. Researchers working on patents, clinical trial data, or commercially sensitive findings should request a copy of the service&#8217;s data handling and confidentiality policy before submitting materials.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_graphical_abstract_the_same_as_an_infographic_and_do_I_need_both\"><\/span>Is a graphical abstract the same as an infographic, and do I need both?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>They serve different purposes. A graphical abstract is a concise, single-panel visual that captures the core take-away of a research article for journal submission and quick academic browsing. An infographic is a more detailed visual communication tool that covers background, methods, all major findings, and conclusions, and is primarily designed for public-facing dissemination. Taylor &amp; Francis Editing Services is the only provider in this review that offers both as distinct, priced products. Researchers submitting to a journal that requires a graphical abstract should opt for the graphical abstract product. Those who additionally want to communicate their findings to a non-specialist audience (through social media campaigns, press releases, or public engagement events) should also order a separate research infographic.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evaluation_Criteria_Used_in_This_Review\"><\/span>Evaluation Criteria Used in This Review<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The five graphical abstract design services featured in this article were selected and assessed based on a consistent set of criteria applied uniformly across each provider. The goal was to give researchers a reliable, comparable picture of what each service offers and where it performs best.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Service_Scope_and_Visual_Options\"><\/span>Service Scope and Visual Options<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The first consideration was the range of visual products offered. Some services provide a single graphical abstract format, while others offer tiered options such as 2D versus 3D designs or a choice between a concise graphical abstract and a more detailed research infographic. Services that offer greater flexibility in visual output were considered more versatile for researchers with varying needs.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pricing_and_Value\"><\/span>Pricing and Value<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Publicly listed pricing was recorded where available. For services that provide quotes on request, the nature of the pricing model was noted. Value was assessed not on price alone but in relation to what is delivered, including file formats, revision rounds, copyright terms, and any supplementary materials such as social media copy.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Turnaround_Time\"><\/span>Turnaround Time<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>First-draft delivery timelines were compared across services. Faster turnaround was weighted positively for researchers working against submission deadlines. Where services distinguish between first-draft and final delivery timelines, both were taken into account.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Workflow_and_Expert_Involvement\"><\/span>Workflow and Expert Involvement<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The composition of the production team was examined for each service, specifically whether subject matter experts, PhD-level reviewers, scientific illustrators, and content writers are involved, and at what stages. Services that integrate scientific expertise alongside design skills were rated more highly for accuracy and relevance.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Revision_Policy\"><\/span>Revision Policy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The number of included revision rounds and the conditions attached to further changes were compared. Services offering unlimited revisions or extended revision windows were considered more client-friendly, particularly for researchers who anticipate input from supervisors, co-authors, or journal editors after the first draft.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"File_Format_and_Technical_Compliance\"><\/span>File Format and Technical Compliance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The file formats delivered (such as EPS, JPEG, PNG, TIFF, and PDF) were reviewed against common journal submission requirements. Services that explicitly tailor output to the researcher&#8217;s target journal&#8217;s technical specifications were rated favorably.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Publisher_Affiliation_and_Journal_Alignment\"><\/span>Publisher Affiliation and Journal Alignment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Whether a service is affiliated with or operated by a major academic publisher was noted, as this can reduce the risk of formatting non-compliance for researchers submitting to journals within that publisher&#8217;s portfolio. Independent services were assessed for how explicitly they accommodate any target journal.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Data_Security_and_Confidentiality\"><\/span>Data Security and Confidentiality<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Given that researchers share unpublished manuscripts with these services, data security practices were reviewed. Certifications such as ISO\/IEC 27001 and explicit confidentiality agreement policies were treated as positive indicators.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Additional_Features\"><\/span>Additional Features<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Unique capabilities (e.g., QR code and DOI linking or 3D illustration capability) were noted as differentiating factors that may be decisive for specific researcher needs.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>This article was originally published on December 19, 2025, and updated on June 11, 2026.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Top 5 Graphical Abstract Design Services The top 5 graphical abstract design services are Editage, Wiley Editing Services, Taylor &amp; Francis Editing Services, ACS Author<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":61,"featured_media":11953,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_editorskit_title_hidden":false,"_editorskit_reading_time":0,"_editorskit_is_block_options_detached":false,"_editorskit_block_options_position":"{}","footnotes":""},"categories":[488],"tags":[846],"class_list":["post-11945","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-academic-writing","tag-graphical-abstract"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.9 - 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