Reviewer Guide

 

Reviewers are advised to use the following reviewer template
Reviewer Template Form

Asian Journal of Environmental Research (AJER) employs a double-blind peer-review system to ensure objectivity and maintain the highest standards of quality in the evaluation of submitted manuscripts. Below is a detailed explanation of the process:

1. Double-Blind Peer Review

  • Anonymity of Authors and Reviewers: The identities of both authors and reviewers are kept confidential throughout the review process. This ensures unbiased and fair evaluation of the manuscript.

  • Reviewer Assignment: The editor assigns reviewers based on their expertise in the field of environment and related research areas. Reviewers are selected to match the topic and scope of the manuscript.

2. Steps in the Peer-Review Process

  • Reviewer Invitation: Reviewers are invited via email and provided with the manuscript’s abstract to confirm their expertise and availability.

  • Manuscript Evaluation: Reviewers assess the manuscript based on criteria such as originality, significance, methodology, results, and references.

  • Constructive Feedback: Reviewers provide detailed, constructive feedback to help authors improve the quality of their work.

  • Recommendation: Reviewers submit one of the following recommendations: Accept, Minor Revisions, Major Revisions, or Reject.

  • Editorial Decision: The editor makes the final decision based on the reviewers’ recommendations and the overall quality of the manuscript.

3. Timeline

  • Average Review Time: The peer-review process typically takes 4-6 weeks, depending on the complexity of the manuscript and the availability of reviewers.

  • Author Notification: Authors are notified of the editorial decision and reviewers’ feedback within a reasonable timeframe.

4. Ethical Guidelines

  • Confidentiality: Reviewers are required to maintain the confidentiality of the manuscript and must not share it with others.

  • Conflict of Interest: Reviewers must disclose any potential conflicts of interest before agreeing to review a manuscript.

  • Adherence to Ethical Standards: The peer-review process follows international publication ethics guidelines, including those set by COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics).

5. Reviewer Recognition

  • Contributions Acknowledged: The contributions of reviewers are highly valued, and they are acknowledged in the journal.

  • Reviewer Certificates: Reviewers who provide high-quality reviews may receive certificates as a token of appreciation.

Contact Information

For any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to contact the editorial office at editor@scitechgrup.com or sciencetech.group23@gmail.com

I appreciate your commitment to maintaining the quality and integrity of the AJER. Your expertise helps us advance knowledge and disseminate innovative research in our field.