Peer Review Process
Andalasian International Journal of Entomology (AIJENT) upholds a rigorous, transparent, and fair peer-review process to ensure the publication of high-quality, reliable, and impactful research. Each submission undergoes a systematic review procedure as outlined below, adhering to international standards of ethical publishing and scientific rigor.
- Initial Submission and Editorial Screening
Upon submission, the editorial office performs an initial screening of the manuscript to ensure adherence to the journal’s formatting guidelines and relevance to its focus and scope. Manuscripts that do not meet these initial criteria, or that lack originality or scientific merit, are returned to the authors without further review. Manuscripts passing this stage are assigned to a suitable handling editor who has subject expertise aligned with the manuscript’s content. - Plagiarism and Integrity Check
All manuscripts undergo a plagiarism check using Turnitin to verify originality and integrity. AIJENT enforces a strict policy against plagiarism, data fabrication, and falsification. Manuscripts showing a similarity index above 20% are sent back to the authors for revision before proceeding to peer review. - Selection of Peer Reviewers
Manuscripts that pass the initial screening are assigned to at least two independent experts in the relevant field. Reviewers are selected based on their expertise, research background, and familiarity with the manuscript’s topic. AIJENT applies a double-blind review process to maintain impartiality, where both the reviewers and authors remain anonymous throughout the review. - Review Process and Timeline
Selected reviewers are given three weeks to complete their evaluation. During this period, reviewers assess the manuscript’s scientific merit, clarity, methodological rigor, originality, and relevance to the journal’s scope. Reviewers are encouraged to provide constructive feedback and, when applicable, suggest specific improvements to enhance the manuscript’s quality. - Reviewer Recommendations
Based on their evaluations, reviewers provide one of the following recommendations: - Accept Submission: The manuscript is suitable for publication without further changes.
- Revisions Required: Minor revisions are necessary for publication, which the authors are asked to address.
- Resubmit for Review: Substantial revisions are needed, and the revised manuscript will undergo a second round of review.
- Decline Submission: The manuscript does not meet the journal’s standards for publication.
- Editorial Decision
The handling editor considers the reviewers’ recommendations and makes a decision on the manuscript. In cases where reviewers provide conflicting recommendations, the editor may consult additional experts or make a judgment based on the overall quality and potential impact of the research. The editorial decision, along with reviewers’ comments, is communicated to the authors. - Revisions and Resubmission
If revisions are requested, authors are given a specified period to address the reviewers’ comments and resubmit the manuscript. Authors are encouraged to provide a detailed response to each comment and highlight changes in the revised manuscript. Revised manuscripts may undergo further review, especially if substantial revisions were required. - Final Decision and Acceptance
After satisfactory revisions, the handling editor makes a final decision on the manuscript. Accepted manuscripts proceed to the production stage, where they are prepared for publication. Authors are notified of acceptance, and the manuscript is queued for inclusion in an upcoming issue.
Post-Publication and Reviewer Acknowledgment
AIJENT values the contributions of its peer reviewers and acknowledges them in an annual statement of gratitude. The journal encourages a post-publication discussion platform where readers can provide feedback, and authors can respond to queries, thereby promoting transparency and scholarly dialogue.
