Peer Review Process
Peer-Review Policy
Peer-review policy of the Journal of Living Systems ensures that all manuscripts published in this journal comply with international standards of scientific quality, novelty, and research integrity through an objective and fair peer-review process.
Any manuscript that is submitted in response to calls for papers is initially assessed by the editors based on their relevance to the scope of the journal and scientific merit. Afterwards, appropriate manuscripts are sent out for external peer review.
Editorial and Review Workflow
- Manuscript Submission
- Initial Editorial Screening
- Scope and Quality Assessment
- Peer Review
- Reviewer Recommendations
- Editorial Decision
- Revision (if required)
- Final Evaluation
- Acceptance and Publication
Editorial Assessment
In the first phase of evaluation, the editors judge the manuscript based on its:
- Suitability with respect to aims and scope of the journal.
- Originality and scientific importance.
- Conformity with the guidelines and standards of the journal.
- Ethical considerations.
- Scientific soundness and methodology.
- Clarity and scientific accuracy.
Review Criteria
| Evaluation Area | Reviewer Assessment |
|---|---|
| Originality | Novel contribution to biological research |
| Scientific Merit | Importance and relevance of the research |
| Methodology | Appropriateness of research design |
| Data Analysis | Accuracy and interpretation of findings |
| Discussion | Scientific significance and conclusions |
| Ethics | Compliance with ethical guidelines |
Editorial Decisions
After the peer-review process, manuscripts can get any of the following actions:
- Accept
- Minor Revision
- Major Revision
- Reject
It should be noted that the process of peer review within the journal is aimed at publishing only those scientific papers that have been carried out in accordance with ethical principles.
