1. Overview

Purpose:
These guidelines are designed to help you evaluate manuscripts objectively and constructively, ensuring high-quality and timely reviews. All reviews must be completed within 2 weeks.

Confidentiality & Conflict of Interest:

• Maintain strict confidentiality of all manuscript content.
• Declare any potential conflicts of interest to the editor immediately and recuse yourself if necessary.

2. Review Process

2.1 Initial Screening

• Scope & Expertise: Confirm that the manuscript falls within your area of expertise.
• Conflict Check: Inform the editor if any conflict exists before proceeding.

2.2 Detailed Evaluation

Assess the manuscript on the following criteria:

a. Scientific Contribution & Originality

• Evaluate whether the study adds new knowledge or insights.
• Check if the hypothesis and objectives are clearly stated and novel.

b. Methodology & Experimental Design

• Assess the appropriateness and clarity of the methods and data collection procedures.
• Ensure the study is replicable and that the analysis is robust.

c. Results & Discussion

• Confirm that the results are supported by the data.
• Review the interpretation of findings and their contextualization within existing literature.
• Look for a discussion on limitations and suggestions for future research.

d. Presentation & Language

• Evaluate the clarity, organization, and grammar of the manuscript.
• Review the quality and clarity of figures, tables, and graphs.
• Check the relevance and accuracy of cited references.

2.3 Final Recommendation

Select one of the following:

• Accept: Manuscript is ready for publication as is.
• Minor Revisions: Small changes required; manuscript is acceptable after revisions.
• Major Revisions: Substantial improvements needed before reconsideration.
• Reject: Manuscript does not meet the journal’s standards.

3. Preparing Your Report

Your review should include:

• Summary: A brief overview of the manuscript’s objectives and contributions.
• Strengths: Highlight what the manuscript does well.
• Weaknesses: Clearly and constructively describe areas for improvement.
• Recommendations: Provide specific suggestions for revisions.
• Final Decision: Clearly state your overall recommendation.

Submit your detailed report via the journal’s online system within the 2‑week period. If you encounter any issues meeting this deadline, please notify the editor promptly.

4. Ethical Considerations

• Objectivity: Ensure your review is unbiased and based solely on the manuscript’s scientific merit.
• Constructiveness: Offer helpful and respectful feedback that can guide the authors in improving their work.
• Integrity: Do not use any information from the manuscript for personal advantage.