Guidelines for Reviewers

Thank you for agreeing to serve as a reviewer for the International Journal of Engineering Applications and Innovations (INTLJEAI). Your expertise and contributions are invaluable in maintaining the quality and integrity of the manuscripts we publish. To ensure a fair and constructive peer review process, we have outlined the following guidelines for reviewers:

1. Objectivity and Impartiality:

  • Reviewers should conduct peer review evaluations objectively and impartially, focusing on the scientific and scholarly merit of the manuscript.
  • Personal biases or conflicts of interest that could affect the review process should be disclosed to the Editor-in-Chief or Handling Editor promptly.

2. Confidentiality:

  • The peer review process is conducted confidentially, and reviewers are expected to treat manuscripts and their contents with confidentiality and respect.
  • Reviewers should refrain from disclosing any details about the manuscript or their review to anyone without prior authorization from the journal.

3. Timeliness:

  • Reviewers should complete their evaluations within the designated timeframe provided by the journal.
  • If unable to meet the deadline or if additional time is required, reviewers should notify the Editor-in-Chief or Handling Editor promptly.

4. Constructive Feedback:

  • Reviewers should provide detailed and constructive feedback to help authors improve the quality and clarity of their manuscript.
  • Comments should be specific, clear, and supported by evidence from the manuscript.
  • Suggestions for revisions should be provided where necessary, with the aim of enhancing the scientific rigor and impact of the research.

5. Ethical Considerations:

  • Reviewers should alert the Editor-in-Chief or Handling Editor to any potential ethical concerns or violations observed in the manuscript, such as plagiarism, data fabrication, or undisclosed conflicts of interest.
  • Reviewers should maintain confidentiality and refrain from using any information obtained during the review process for personal gain or advantage.

6. Compliance with Guidelines:

  • Reviewers should ensure that their evaluations adhere to the journal's guidelines and criteria for manuscript evaluation, as outlined in the reviewer instructions provided by the Editorial Office.
  • Reviewers are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the journal's scope, aims, and ethical policies to ensure that their evaluations align with the journal's standards.

7. Respectful Communication:

  • Reviewers should communicate their feedback and recommendations in a professional and respectful manner, refraining from derogatory or inflammatory language.
  • Criticism should be constructive and aimed at improving the quality of the manuscript, rather than disparaging the authors' work.

8. Feedback to the Editorial Office:

  • Reviewers should provide feedback to the Editorial Office regarding any concerns or issues encountered during the review process.
  • Suggestions for improving the peer review process or journal policies are welcomed and will be considered by the Editorial Board for implementation.

9. Acknowledgment of Contribution:

  • Reviewers play a vital role in the peer review process, and their contributions are acknowledged and appreciated by the journal.
  • Reviewers may request acknowledgment of their contributions in the published article, although anonymity will be maintained unless otherwise requested.

10. Contact Information:

  • For inquiries or concerns regarding the peer review process or specific manuscripts, reviewers should contact the Editorial Office at editor@intljeai.com

We appreciate your dedication and commitment to maintaining the quality and integrity of INTLJEAI through your thoughtful and thorough peer review evaluations. Your expertise and contributions are instrumental in advancing the field of engineering research.