Reviewer Guidelines

The peer-review process is essential for maintaining the quality and integrity of the journal. Reviewers play a critical role in evaluating submitted manuscripts’ scientific merit, originality, clarity, and relevance. Below are the detailed guidelines for reviewers:

General Responsibilities

  1. Confidentiality:
  • Treat all submitted manuscripts and their content as confidential. Do not share or discuss the manuscript with anyone outside the editorial team without prior authorization.
  1. Conflict of Interest:
  • Inform the editorial office of a potential conflict of interest (e.g., personal, professional, or financial) with the authors or the research.
  • Recuse yourself if you believe your impartiality might be compromised.
  1. Timeliness:
  • Aim to complete the review within the timeframe specified in the invitation. If you are unable to meet the deadline, notify the editor promptly.
  1. Constructive Feedback:
  • Provide clear, unbiased, and constructive feedback to assist authors in improving their work. Avoid personal comments or derogatory language.

Review Structure

Your review should consist of the following sections:

  1. Summary
  • Provide a summary of the manuscript, outlining its key contributions and findings.
  1. Major Comments
  • Highlight significant issues that need to be addressed, such as flaws in methodology, unclear explanations, or unsupported conclusions. Be specific and provide suggestions for improvement.
  1. Minor Comments
  • Point out smaller issues such as typographical errors, unclear sentences, or inconsistencies in formatting.
  1. Recommendation
  • Select one of the following recommendations:

Accepted: The manuscript is ready for publication without revisions.

Minor Revisions: The manuscript requires minor adjustments before it can be accepted.

Major Revisions: Substantial changes are needed; the authors should resubmit the revised manuscript for further review.

Rejected: The manuscript does not meet the journal’s standards or is unsuitable for publication.

Post-Review Responsibilities

  • If the manuscript is revised and resubmitted, you may be asked to review it again. Focus on assessing whether the authors have adequately addressed your previous comments.
  • Do not use any information from the manuscript for personal or professional gain.