Peer-Review Process
Peer-Review Process
The peer-review process is central to maintaining the quality and credibility of the research published in MSES. The journal employs a double-blind anonymous peer-review system, which ensures that both the reviewers and the authors remain anonymous throughout the review process. This helps to mitigate potential biases and ensures a fair and impartial evaluation of each manuscript.
Here is an outline of the MSES peer-review process:
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Initial Submission: Authors submit their manuscript to the journal through the online submission platform. The editorial team conducts an initial assessment to determine whether the manuscript aligns with the journal’s scope and quality standards.
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Assignment of Reviewers: If the manuscript passes the initial screening, it is assigned to at least two or three expert reviewers who specialize in the relevant subject area. Reviewers are selected based on their expertise and qualifications.
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Double-Blind Review: The reviewers evaluate the manuscript without knowing the identity of the authors, and vice versa. They assess the manuscript’s originality, methodological rigor, significance, and overall contribution to the field. Reviewers provide detailed feedback and recommendations for improvement.
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Editorial Decision: Based on the reviewers’ reports, the editorial team makes a decision on the manuscript. The decision can be one of the following:
- Accept as is
- Minor revisions required
- Major revisions required
- Reject
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Revisions: If revisions are requested, the authors are given an opportunity to address the reviewers’ comments and resubmit their revised manuscript. The revised version may undergo another round of review, depending on the extent of the revisions.
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Final Decision: Once the manuscript has been satisfactorily revised, the editorial team makes a final decision on its acceptance for publication.
