Review Process
All submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous peer review process to ensure quality and scientific validity. Our review process is designed to be fair, transparent, and constructive.
Types of Peer Review
We employ double-blind peer review, where both authors and reviewers remain anonymous to each other. This ensures unbiased evaluation based solely on scientific merit.
π€ Authors Blinded
Reviewers do not know author identities
π Reviewers Blinded
Authors do not know reviewer identities
β° Review Timeline
days
Initial Editorial Screening
Quick assessment of scope and quality
weeks
Peer Review
Expert evaluation by 2-3 reviewers
weeks
Editorial Decision
Final decision after reviews received
weeks
Revision Period
Time for authors to address reviewer comments
π¨βπ¬ Reviewer Selection
Reviewers are carefully selected based on:
π Expertise
Subject matter expertise and research area
π Publication Record
Strong publication history in relevant areas
βοΈ No Conflicts
No conflicts of interest with authors
π Diversity
Geographic and institutional diversity
π Review Criteria
Reviewers evaluate manuscripts on the following criteria:
β¨ Originality and Significance
Novel contribution to the field and potential impact
π¬ Methodology and Rigor
Sound research design and appropriate methods
π Clarity of Presentation
Clear writing and logical organization
β Validity of Conclusions
Conclusions supported by data and analysis
π Appropriate Citations
Proper literature review and references
π Editorial Decisions
Accept
Manuscript accepted as is or with minor editorial changes
Minor Revisions
Small changes required before acceptance
Major Revisions
Substantial modifications needed, re-review required
Reject
Manuscript not suitable for publication
βοΈ Appeals
Authors may appeal editorial decisions by providing a detailed justification to the Editor-in-Chief. Appeals should include:
- Point-by-point response to reviewer concerns
- Evidence supporting the appeal
- Specific reasons why the decision should be reconsidered
Review Transparency: We are committed to fair and transparent peer review processes that maintain the highest standards of scholarly publishing.
