Finish your PhD with mentoring that works.

Expert mentoring and editing for working PhDs who need clarity, direction and real results

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Feeling stuck? You're not the problem.

Tired of poor doctoral supervision?
Sure, your supervisor seems good on paper. But the reality is you're left in the dark, stumbling your way to submission.

Sick of waiting for feedback?
It shouldn't take 2 weeks to get feedback on a manuscript. You don't have the time to waste figuring out what to do next.

You need a mentor.
Join the growing number of working PhDs getting expert feedback, structure, and momentum to finally finish.

How it works

Finally, a process that works. Clear steps. Real results. Weekly momentum.

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1. Choose your expert mentor

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2. Book sessions that fit you

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3. Make progress every week

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You get paired with a top academic mentor in your field.

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You benefit from undivided attention. 1:1 sessions or detailed draft feedback—always your choice.

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You avoid scheduling stress. Book when it suits you. As often as it suits you.

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You move forward every week. Whether it's publishing, job prep, or finshing your thesis—we're with you.

Benefits

Tired of being an afterthought?
Now, you're our priority.

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Finally, quality Supervision

Get paired with a world-class researcher trained in mentoring—not just research.

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Feedback, fast

No more waiting weeks for comments. Get clear, fast feedback you can act on immediately.

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An edge in your field

Learn what really works; from publishing to presentations to landing your next job.

Testimonials

Real researchers. Real results.

"With RURU, I found the drive to finish my PhD and rediscovered my passion for science. Thank you!"

Andrea, a satisfied RURU customer.

Andrea W.

Five stars

"Their dedication and expertise truly set them apart from others in the industry."

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Dr. Gavin Stark

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"Being coached by someone who has been there was extremely helpful and insightful!"

Marie, a satisfied RURU customer.

Dr. Marie Suennemann

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Don't publish your next paper? Don't pay.

It's that simple

FAQ

Will RURU really refund me if I don't publish?
You’ll only pay if you make progress.
If you show up to your sessions, follow the plan, and still don’t submit your paper—we’ll refund you.
Simple as that.
Show us another PhD mentoring service with a promise like that.
Can I use research funds to pay for academic mentoring or scientific editing?
Absolutely. Funders expect publication costs like APC charges and language proofing. Your academic mentoring and scientific editing services can be funded in exactly the same way.
Do I retain copyright on my RURU edited manuscript?
Yes. Just as you don't have English language editors as co-authors, RURU doesn't ask for authorship. Sharing your academic mentoring experience with colleagues or writing a review for our website is thanks enough for us!
How is RURU different to other PhD mentoring and scientific editing services?
Unlike other scientific editing services (*cough cough*), we'll never outsource your sensitive work to India. We'll also never sell you a generic AI writing assistant. High impact papers come from a high impact plans - before you write. Our PhD mentors and scientific editors work with you face-to-face to create a blueprint, taking your research paper from planned to published.
What is the RURU Endorsement?
It's a PDF certificate you can include when you submit your research paper for publication. It assures the scientific journal that your research paper is ready for publication at the highest level.
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Stop stalling. Start finishing.

Make the most of the time you have. Start seeing real progress.
Book a free clarity call and try your first session—on us.

I'm ready to finish faster