Peer Review Process

Peer Review Process at Rscope Collective Journals

Rscope Collective Journals operates a single-blind peer review model, aiming to ensure a comprehensive assessment of submitted manuscripts. In this process, reviewers are aware of the authors' identities to provide context to their evaluations and to prevent potential conflicts of interest.

Rscope Collective Journals emphasizes transparency and acknowledges reviewers for their contributions. The names of endorsing reviewers are disclosed upon publication for every article to maintain transparency and eliminate bias in the peer review process.

Collaborative Peer Review

Rscope Collective Journals employs a collaborative peer review platform that brings together authors, reviewers, and handling editors for direct online interactions, fostering quick iterations and consensus-building. Editors and reviewers collaborate with authors to enhance the quality of their manuscripts.

Independent Review Phase

Reviewers receive a review invitation and access an online forum.

They independently assess the manuscript and supporting documents.

A tailored review questionnaire guides reviewers in providing feedback.

Reviewers submit their recommendations to the editor.

Authors may receive a chance for rebuttal if initial reviews are unfavorable.

Interactive Review Phase

Authors are notified and can respond to reviewer comments.

Reviewers engage in discussions with authors for clarifications or revisions.

Reviewers can comment on other reviewers' reports.

Final endorsement is given if the paper meets required standards.

How to Peer Review for Rscope Collective Journals: Guidelines

Before Accepting the Invitation

Assess Expertise: Ensure the manuscript aligns with your expertise. If not, suggest alternative experts.

Time Commitment: Reviewers should complete reports within 7 days of accepting the invitation.

Conflict of Interest: Disclose any relationships with the authors that may affect the review process.

Responding to the Invitation

Prompt Response: Accept or decline review invitations promptly.

Time Constraints: If more than 7 days are needed, inform the editorial office.

During Peer Review

Scope Respect: Focus on the manuscript’s intended scope and avoid suggesting major changes beyond its objectives.

Objective Evaluation: Keep assessments objective, concentrating on the manuscript rather than the author.

Constructive Feedback: Provide polite and constructive recommendations for improvement.

Field-Specific Considerations: Use your expertise to offer insights relevant to the subject matter.

What to Do

Detailed Feedback: Provide precise and thorough feedback using the review questionnaire.

Timely Submission: Submit reviews on time. If an extension is required, contact the editorial office.

After Peer Review: Recognizing Reviewers

Acknowledgment: Reviewers who endorse manuscripts are acknowledged by name upon publication.

Confidentiality: If a reviewer recommends rejection or withdraws, their name is not disclosed.

Institutional Recognition: Reviewers receive confirmation emails that can be used for professional recognition.

Rscope Collective Journals highly values the dedication and expertise of its reviewers in maintaining the integrity and quality of the peer review process.