USACO Corporation Signs Exclusive Distributor Agreement with Proofiger for Scientific Image Verification Tool "Proofig AI"

USACO Corporation (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President & CEO: Shinichi Yamakawa) has signed an exclusive distributor agreement with Proofiger for group and institutional subscriptions in Japan for the scientific image verification tool "Proofig AI".

■ About Proofig AI

Proofig AI is an AI-powered image verification system that accurately detects and helps confirm potential image integrity concerns, such as image duplication, manipulation, reuse or plagiarism of previously published images, and the possibility of AI-generated images. These issues can arise from unintentional mistakes or from improper manipulation. Proofig AI helps identify potential problems at an early stage before publication, supporting appropriate review and response by researchers, editors, and institutions. It is widely used by major global publishers such as the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)'s Science journal, academic institutions like Stanford University, government agencies, research institutes, medical institutions, funding bodies, and pharmaceutical companies.

■ Main Features

• Detects potential image integrity issues in minutes, including rotation, flipping, resizing, and partial splicing, using a proprietary algorithm.

• Identifies the possibility of AI-generated images and unnatural or questionable manipulations.

• Features an intuitive interface designed for easy review of detailed verification reports, even without deep knowledge of professional image analysis.

■ Proprietary Paper Quality Assurance Hub "PubShield"

Proofig's proprietary paper quality assurance hub, "PubShield," allows for centralized management of text, image, reference, and data checks on a single dashboard through seamless integration with multiple external tools like Turnitin's iThenticate. Furthermore, it is being expanded to support the review of the entire manuscript, suggesting revisions for statistical and content improvements, thereby helping to enhance the paper's quality and prepare it for submission to more highly-regarded academic journals.

■ Future Development

With the conclusion of this exclusive distributor agreement, we will promote the adoption of "Proofig AI" among institutions in Japan. We aim to contribute to the advancement of science and technology in Japan by supporting the early detection of potential image and research integrity concerns, further improving the reliability of academic papers, and streamlining the workflows of researchers and publishers.

For more details, pricing, or to request a trial, please contact us through the inquiry form on our Proofig AI introduction page.

■ Related Links

・Our Proofig AI Introduction Page: https://rs.usaco.co.jp/product/proofig-ai/

・Proofig AI Homepage: https://www.proofig.com/