PEER REVIEW

The Journal adheres to a rigorous peer-review process to ensure the validity, quality, and scientific integrity of published work. All submissions first undergo an editorial assessment to determine their suitability for the Journal’s scope, standards, and ethical requirements. Manuscripts deemed appropriate are typically sent to at least two independent reviewers with relevant subject-matter or methodological expertise to evaluate their scientific merit. The final decision to accept or reject a manuscript rests with the editorial team.

The Journal uses a double-blind peer-review system, meaning that both authors and reviewers remain anonymous throughout the process. Publication decisions are based on the originality, novelty, scientific rigor, clarity, and methodological soundness of the work. Editors have broad discretion in determining whether a submission is appropriate for external review or for publication. Manuscripts may be rejected at the editorial stage without external peer review, accompanied by a general explanation. Such decisions are final and not subject to formal appeal.

To ensure fairness and transparency, editors do not take part in decisions on manuscripts they have authored; manuscripts submitted by family members, close colleagues, or collaborators; or papers involving products or services in which they hold a financial or professional interest.