We look closely at the evidence
We read studies, compare findings and explain what they mean for your research.
Scientific consulting · Montenegro
Rigorous work
with scientific
data.
From a research question to a finished manuscript. We analyse the literature, plan studies, work through data and edit research papers.
From your question to completed work
Discuss the task
Tell us what you need. We agree on the work, fee and deadline.
Research and analyse
We review the literature, run analyses or edit your draft, depending on the task.
Deliver and explain
You receive the completed files and an explanation of what we have done.
01 / About us
Highly qualified support
for your research.
DE CARE MNE helps researchers, physicians and research teams find and assess publications, plan studies, analyse data and prepare papers for submission.
You can bring a single question or ask us to handle several stages. We first discuss the task and review the work already done, then propose a plan, fee and timeline.
We deliver completed work
You receive a review, calculations or an edited draft, according to the scope we agree on.
We agree before starting
You know what the service includes, what it costs and when it will be ready.
02 / Services & fees
Choose the help you need
Open a section to see the services, scope and fees.
Literature analysisPublication searches, critical appraisal and reviews.4 servicesfrom 350 €
Literature search and initial analysis
from 350 €
Up to 1,000 titles and abstracts
We search PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science and other suitable databases, read titles and abstracts, select relevant studies and summarise their main findings.
What you receive
A reference list and a table of study summaries. Access to subscription databases and full texts is agreed separately.
Critical appraisal of studies
from 450 €
Up to 30 full-text articles
We examine methods, samples and conclusions, and explain the strengths and limitations of the evidence.
What you receive
A comparison table with comments on study quality and findings.
Literature review
from 700 €
Up to 50 full-text articles
We bring the findings together: what is known, where studies disagree and which questions remain open.
What you receive
A review with conclusions, citations and a reference list.
Systematic review support
from 1200 €
One agreed review stage
We carry out an agreed stage: searching, screening, data extraction or quality assessment. A complete review is quoted separately according to scope and complexity.
What you receive
A report on the completed stage, tables and a description of the methods used.
Study planningFrom a research question to an analysis plan.4 servicesfrom 80 €
Research topic and objectives
from 80 €
60-minute consultation
We help clarify what you want to investigate, which hypothesis to test and which outcomes to measure.
What you receive
A short consultation summary with the study aim and objectives.
Study planning
from 200 €
One project
We help choose a study design, define participants and comparison groups, and decide which measures to collect.
What you receive
A study plan with explanations of the proposed methods.
Statistical analysis plan
from 250 €
One project, up to 3 main questions
We decide which analyses answer your questions, how to handle missing values and how to present the results.
What you receive
An analysis plan listing the calculations, tables and charts.
Sample size calculation
from 150 €
One primary outcome
We calculate the number of observations or participants required. For existing data, we assess the precision you can expect.
What you receive
A calculation with input parameters and an explanation for the study protocol.
Data and imagesStatistics, dataset preparation and object counting.4 servicesfrom 150 €
Data preparation
from 150 €
Up to 1,000 rows and 30 variables
We check the dataset for duplicates, missing values and inconsistencies, and correct agreed coding errors. We work with de-identified data.
What you receive
An analysis-ready dataset and a record of changes.
Descriptive statistics
from 180 €
One sample, up to 20 variables
We calculate means, medians, frequencies and other relevant measures, and explain what they tell you about the sample.
What you receive
Sample characteristics tables with explanations.
Group comparisons and regression
from 350 €
One main question, up to 2 models
We compare groups and estimate relationships between measures, checking whether the methods are appropriate for the data.
What you receive
Results, tables and an explanation of the conclusions and limitations.
Cell counting and image analysis
from 200 €
Up to 20 images using one protocol
We count cells and other objects and measure areas or signal intensity. We assess sample images and agree on the counting method before starting.
What you receive
Measurement table, annotated examples and a description of the analysis method.
Manuscript editingEditing an existing paper or individual sections.4 servicesfrom 60 €
Scientific manuscript editing
50 € / 1,000 words
Per 1,000 words; minimum 3,000 words
We edit your existing draft, improve its structure, clarify the wording and check whether conclusions match the results.
What you receive
A manuscript with tracked changes and editorial comments.
Materials and methods editing
from 100 €
One section, up to 1,500 words
We check whether the study, sample, procedures and analyses are described in enough detail, using information provided by the authors.
What you receive
An edited section and questions about missing information.
Results and discussion editing
from 150 €
Up to 3,000 words
We check the text against tables and analyses, help explain findings clearly, compare them with the literature and state limitations.
What you receive
Edited sections with comments.
Abstract, title and keywords
from 60 €
Abstract up to 350 words
We edit the abstract using the completed manuscript and journal requirements, suggest titles and select keywords.
What you receive
An edited abstract, title options and keywords.
Publication preparationFigures, references, journal selection and reviewer responses.4 servicesfrom 40 €
Citations and reference list
from 80 €
Up to 60 references
We match in-text citations to the reference list, check available DOIs and apply the chosen journal style.
What you receive
A checked and formatted reference list.
Tables and scientific figures
40 € / item
Per table or figure
We make tables and charts easier to read, standardise captions and prepare files to journal requirements.
What you receive
An editable table or figure and a submission file.
Journal selection and submission preparation
from 120 €
Up to 3 journals; formatting for one
We identify suitable journals, compare requirements and fees, format the manuscript and check the submission files.
What you receive
A journal shortlist with explanations and files ready for the selected journal.
Responses to peer reviewers
from 150 €
One round, up to 15 comments
We review the comments, plan revisions and edit responses based on changes actually made by the authors.
What you receive
A point-by-point response letter and a list of revisions.
Starting prices apply to the scope shown for each service. We agree on the full amount payable and deadline before starting. Article purchases and journal fees are charged separately.
03 / How we work
A straightforward process
We work with real data
We do not invent results or references. If the data cannot support a conclusion, we say so. Editing and submission preparation do not guarantee journal acceptance.
- 01
Tell us what you need
Share your topic, current stage and the help you are looking for. A short description is enough for your first email.
- 02
Agree on the work
We confirm the source data, scope, fee, deadline and format of the completed work.
- 03
Carry out the work
We perform the analysis or editing and contact you if we need to clarify anything.
- 04
Talk through the result
We send the files, explain the findings and answer questions about the work completed.
04 / Contact
Tell us about
your project.
Share your topic, the support you need and your preferred timeline. Let us know if you already have a dataset, manuscript draft or reference list.