Independent review, constructive guidance, responsible decisions.
Eligible manuscripts are assessed confidentially on originality, relevance, methodological quality, clarity, and ethical compliance.
Double-blind assessment by qualified independent specialists.
Reviewer and author identities remain concealed during review. Editors select reviewers for relevant expertise and consider all reports before making an independent decision.
From submission to decision
- 01Initial screeningEditorial office
The editorial office checks scope, completeness, presentation, originality, and ethical requirements.
- 02Editor assessmentHandling editor
A handling editor evaluates suitability and appoints independent reviewers.
- 03Peer reviewIndependent reviewers
Specialists provide confidential, evidence-based, and constructive reports.
- 04Author revisionAuthors
Authors respond to every substantive point and submit a clear revision record.
- 05Editorial decisionEditor
The editor weighs the evidence, reports, and revisions before reaching a decision.
Principles behind every decision
- 01Confidentiality
Manuscripts and correspondence remain confidential.
- 02Impartiality
Conflicts of interest must be disclosed and managed.
- 03Respect
Reports must be specific, evidence-based, and constructive.
- 04Independence
Decisions reflect scholarly merit and journal standards.