
Guidelines for the Editorial Board:
Defining Journal Direction:
The Editorial Board plays a vital role in determining the journal's scope and mission. The board's collective experience and expertise shape the journal's goals.
Objective Decision-Making:
Decisions regarding manuscript acceptance or rejection should be based on the recommendations of reviewers and the paper's clarity, novelty, and relevance to the journal's focus. Decisions should not be influenced by factors like race, religion, nationality, gender, or personal biases unrelated to the manuscript's merit.
Guidelines for the Editor-in-Chief:
Journal Vision:
Collaborate with the Editorial Board to articulate the journal's aims, scope, and direction.
Active Participation:
Engage actively in the peer-review process.
Establish Principles:
Develop strategies to uphold the journal's principles and standards.
Recommend Contributors and Reviewers:
Identify potential contributors and reviewers to enhance the journal's output.
Contribute Content:
Submit papers, editorials, and opinions for publication in the journal.
Promote the Journal:
Advocate for the journal within academic and scientific circles, including participation in relevant conferences.
Encourage Submissions:
Encourage academics, researchers, and students to submit articles to the journal.
Special Issues:
Participate in the organization of special issues when needed.
Address Misconduct:
Monitor and address any complaints of misconduct, making final decisions as necessary.
Coordination:
Collaborate effectively with other editors, reviewers, and editorial staff for the journal's day-to-day operations.
Guidelines for Editors:
Expertise Requirement:
Editors should be experts in their specific fields, with a substantial publication record (70-100 publications).
Drive Journal Success:
Provide suggestions and guidance to contribute to the journal's success.
Promotion:
Actively promote the journal within academic circles and scientific communities.
Participate Actively:
Engage actively in the peer review process and editorial activities.
Select Appropriate Reviewers:
Recommend suitable reviewers within the scope of the article for further processing.