1. Introduction
Welcome to ScholarSyncResearch. We are a professional consulting firm offering research advisory and scholarly communication support to academics, institutions, and peer‑reviewed publishers worldwide.
All services are delivered on a consultancy and advisory basis. ScholarSyncResearch does not provide ghostwriting, essay writing, or academic work on behalf of clients.
2. Scope of Services
ScholarSyncResearch offers the following consulting and advisory services:
Research Advisory – Guidance on research design, methodology development, and data analysis strategies.
Scholarly Communication Consulting – Support for structuring manuscripts, improving clarity, and aligning with journal requirements.
Publication Strategy – Advice on journal selection, submission planning, and navigating peer review processes.
Research Consultations – One-on-one advisory support conducted by email to help plan, organize, and execute research projects effectively.
Pre-Submission Expert Manuscript Review (Journal Articles) – Independent expert feedback on a manuscript's methodology, structure, and clarity before the client submits it to their chosen journal. This service has no connection to, and no influence over, any journal's official peer-review process or editorial decision.
Pre-Submission Book Manuscript Review – Independent expert feedback on a book manuscript's structure, clarity, and fit against typical publisher expectations, before the client submits it to their chosen publisher. This service has no connection to, and no influence over, any publisher's acquisition or editorial decision.
3. Client Responsibilities
By engaging ScholarSyncResearch, clients agree to:
Provide accurate and complete project information and timelines.
Ensure compliance with their institutional and publisher guidelines.
Use our services ethically and in accordance with academic integrity standards.
Acknowledge that ScholarSyncResearch does not provide ghostwriting or academic work on behalf of clients.
4. Payment Terms
Fees are charged for consultancy time, expertise, and advisory support.
Payments must be completed before services commence.
Accepted payment methods: M-Pesa and major debit/credit cards (Visa, Mastercard), processed securely through Paystack.
All payments are processed securely through our payment partner.
5. Refunds & Disputes
Refunds are available only if services have not yet commenced.
Once a consultation or advisory session has started, fees are non‑refundable.
If a client is dissatisfied with the service, we offer a follow‑up consultation at no additional cost to address concerns.
For any disputes, please contact us directly at scholarsyncresearch@proton.me. Our goal is to resolve issues amicably before escalation to payment providers.
6. Confidentiality
All client information and research materials are treated as strictly confidential.
ScholarSyncResearch will not share or disclose client data without explicit consent.
We adhere to professional standards of data protection and privacy.
7. Compliance & Ethics
Services are strictly advisory and consultancy‑based.
ScholarSyncResearch adheres to the highest ethical standards in research support.
We do not offer ghostwriting, essay writing, or any services that facilitate academic misconduct.
All services are designed to support scholarly advancement in compliance with institutional and publisher guidelines.
8. Limitation of Liability
ScholarSyncResearch provides advisory services "as is" and does not guarantee acceptance or publication of manuscripts by journals.
We are not responsible for decisions made by journals, publishers, or academic institutions regarding client submissions.
Our liability is limited to the fees paid for the specific service provided.
9. Governing Law
These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of the Republic of Kenya.
Any disputes arising from these terms or our services shall be resolved under Kenyan jurisdiction.
10. Contact Information
For any questions regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us at:
Email: scholarsyncresearch@proton.me