Welcome to our editorial guidelines tailored for editors, pivotal guardians of quality and integrity in scholarly publishing. Editors play a vital role in ensuring that only the highest caliber of research finds its way into the pages of our journal. These guidelines serve as a compass, guiding editors through the intricacies of editorial decision-making while upholding the core principles of excellence, objectivity, and transparency.
• Embrace the editorial mission and vision of the journal, fostering a culture of academic excellence and innovation.
• Demonstrate editorial independence and integrity, making decisions based on the merits of the research and the journal's editorial policies.
• Conduct thorough assessments of submitted manuscripts, ensuring alignment with the journal's scope and standards of quality.
• Select qualified peer reviewers with expertise in the relevant field, prioritizing diversity and impartiality in reviewer selection.
• Oversee the peer review process, facilitating timely and constructive feedback between authors and reviewers.
• Maintain confidentiality and anonymity throughout the peer review process, safeguarding the integrity of the evaluation process.
• Evaluate reviewer feedback and make informed decisions regarding manuscript acceptance, revision, or rejection.
• Communicate decisions to authors promptly and transparently, providing clear rationale and guidance for further action when necessary.
• Uphold ethical standards in scholarly publishing, addressing concerns related to plagiarism, authorship disputes, and conflicts of interest.
• Take appropriate action in cases of suspected research misconduct, collaborating with authors, reviewers, and relevant stakeholders to resolve ethical issues.
• Maintain editorial independence and impartiality, avoiding conflicts of interest and undue influence in editorial decision-making.
• Promote diversity and inclusivity in editorial board composition, reflecting the breadth and depth of scholarly expertise within the journal's community.
• Seek feedback from authors, reviewers, and readers to continuously improve editorial policies and practices.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices in scholarly publishing, adapting editorial strategies to meet evolving needs and challenges.
A. To check if the submission is original.
B. How much the text is revised while revision? Whether all the comments have been addressed.
C. If the manuscript have any breach of copyright issues.
D. The article type mentioned is related or not. Whether the manuscript is under research or non research category.
E. Whether the study is scientifically validated, cleanly presented, for example, if the sample data presented and the size are adequate. The reason supporting the study is clearly distinguished and last but not the least assess if the study sufficiently knowledge the important concerns of the society and make an acceptance.
F. Justify and provide unbiased decisions considering reviewers' comments so that the author may improve the quality of his/her manuscript. Denote the key drawbacks so that the author concentrates on building them up.
Conclusion: In conclusion, these guidelines underscore our unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity, and transparency in scholarly publishing. By adhering to these principles and practices, editors play a pivotal role in advancing knowledge and fostering academic discourse within our journal's community.
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