1. Initial Editorial Review
All submitted manuscripts undergo an initial editorial review within 2-3 weeks of submission. During this stage, our editorial team
- Manuscript scope and relevance to journal focus
- Technical quality and methodological soundness
- Originality and significance of contribution
- Compliance with submission guidelines
- Ethical considerations and research integrity
2. Reviewer Selection
For manuscripts that pass initial review, we employ a double-blind process:
- Minimum of 2-3 independent reviewers per manuscript
- Reviewers selected based on expertise and research area
- International panel of distinguished scholars
- Strict conflict of interest screening
- Anonymous review process protecting both authors and reviewers
3. Review Timeline
Standard Review
6-8 weeks
Complete peer review process
Expedited Review
4-5 weeks
For time-sensitive research
4. Review Criteria
Our reviewers evaluate manuscripts based on the following
25%Originality
Novel contribution and innovation
25%Methodology
Research design and analysis
20%Significance
Impact and implications
15%Clarity
Writing and presentation
10%Literature
Comprehensive coverage
5%Ethics
Research integrity
5. Decision Categories
Accept
~15%Manuscript accepted with minor editorial changes only
Minor Revision
~35%Requires minor changes, typically 2-4 weeks for revision
Major Revision
~30%Substantial revisions required, 4-8 weeks for revision
Reject
~20%Manuscript does not meet publication standards
6. Revision Process
For manuscripts requiring revision:
- Authors receive detailed reviewer comments and editorial feedback
- Point-by-point response to reviewer comments required
- Revised manuscript undergoes additional review if needed
- Final editorial decision typically within 2-3 weeks of resubmission
Quality Assurance
Our peer review process maintains the highest standards of academic info@iaoalliance.org.