Peer Review Policy
Peer Review Policy for International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Advanced Applications (IJETAA)
The International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Advanced Applications (IJETAA) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and integrity in all published articles. All submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous Double-Blind Peer Review process to ensure objectivity, fairness, and scientific excellence.
Double-Blind Peer Review Process
IJETAA exclusively employs a double-blind peer review process for all manuscript submissions. In this process:
- Author Anonymity: The identities of the authors are concealed from the reviewers throughout the review process
- Reviewer Anonymity: The identities of the reviewers are concealed from the authors
- Objective Evaluation: This ensures that manuscripts are evaluated solely on their scientific merit, methodology, and contribution to the field, without bias related to author identity, affiliation, or nationality
Review Timeline
- Initial Editorial Screening: 3-5 business days
- Peer Review Process: 4-6 weeks
- Author Revision (if required): 2-4 weeks
- Final Decision: 1-2 weeks after receiving revised manuscript
- Total time from submission to first decision: approximately 6-8 weeks
Reviewer Selection and Criteria
- Minimum of 2 independent reviewers: Each manuscript is evaluated by at least two qualified experts in the relevant field
- International Expertise: Reviewers are selected from our international panel of experts across multiple countries and institutions
- Conflict of Interest Declaration: All reviewers must declare any potential conflicts of interest and recuse themselves if necessary
- Expertise Match: Reviewers are carefully selected based on their research background and expertise relevant to the manuscript topic
Review Criteria
Reviewers evaluate manuscripts based on the following criteria:
1. Originality and Significance
- Novel contribution to the field
- Relevance and importance of the research question
2. Methodological Rigor
- Appropriateness of research design
- Validity and reliability of methods
- Quality of data collection and analysis
3. Quality of Presentation
- Clarity and organization of the manuscript
- Quality of figures, tables, and supplementary materials
- Appropriate use of citations and references
4. Scientific Soundness
- Logical reasoning and argumentation
- Appropriate interpretation of results
- Acknowledgment of limitations
5. Relevance to Journal Scope
- Alignment with IJETAA's focus areas
- Contribution to emerging technologies and advanced applications
Possible Review Outcomes
Based on reviewer recommendations, the Editor-in-Chief may make one of the following decisions:
- Accept: Manuscript is accepted for publication with no or minimal changes
- Minor Revision: Manuscript requires minor corrections before acceptance
- Major Revision: Manuscript requires substantial revision and will undergo another round of review
- Reject: Manuscript does not meet the journal's standards or scope
Reviewer Responsibilities
All reviewers are expected to:
- Provide objective, constructive, and timely feedback
- Maintain strict confidentiality of the manuscript
- Declare any conflicts of interest
- Complete reviews within the requested timeframe (typically 2-3 weeks)
- Not use information from the manuscript for personal advantage
- Provide specific, actionable recommendations for improvement
Author Responsibilities During Review
- Prepare manuscripts following journal guidelines
- Remove identifying information to maintain anonymity
- Respond to reviewer comments thoroughly and professionally
- Submit revised manuscripts within the specified timeframe
- Clearly indicate changes made in response to reviewer feedback
Editorial Decisions
The Editor-in-Chief makes final decisions on manuscript acceptance based on:
- Scientific merit and quality of the research
- Reviewer recommendations and feedback
- Relevance to the journal's scope and mission
- Adherence to ethical standards and publishing guidelines
All editorial decisions are made without bias regarding author identity, gender, race, ethnicity, nationality, institutional affiliation, or political beliefs.
Appeals Process
Authors who wish to appeal an editorial decision may submit a formal appeal to the Editor-in-Chief at editors@ijetaa.com within 30 days of the decision. Appeals should include:
- Clear justification for the appeal
- Point-by-point response to the decision rationale
- Any additional information supporting reconsideration
Confidentiality
IJETAA maintains strict confidentiality throughout the peer review process. Manuscripts under review are privileged communications and will not be shared with anyone outside the editorial and review process without author permission.
Contact Information
For questions about the peer review process, please contact:
Email: editors@ijetaa.com
IJETAA Editorial Office
November 1, 2025