Graphite, the dark ‘lead’ in the sharp point of a pencil, is one form of carbon. So is diamond, a clear crystalline substance and the hardest material known.

Carbon thus provides two illustrations of editing in the form of the precision and clarity of the end product.

It is also the basis of organic chemistry, as well as being at the forefront of technological innovation in the form of graphene, which displays exceptional performance as an electrical conductor. Carbon is also, of course, the focus of efforts to reduce fossil fuel use and mitigate climate change.

My editing concentrates on science, technology and the environment, and carbon has a strong claim to be the foundation of all three topics.

By optimizing the clarity of your work via sharp focus on the foundations of language, I can help you to lay the foundations of progress in your chosen field by conveying your message exactly as you intended.