Peer Review Process

RRJSS follows a rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensure the quality, objectivity, and fairness of published research. The double-blind peer review process include:

  1. Manuscript Submission:
  • Authors submit their manuscripts electronically through the RRJSS online platform.
  • Manuscripts are anonymized by removing all author and institutional information (including file properties and metadata).
  1. Initial Screening:
  • The editor-in-chief or associate editors initially screen the manuscripts for compliance with journal guidelines, formatting requirements, and originality (using plagiarism detection software).
  • Manuscripts that do not meet the basic criteria are promptly rejected with specific feedback.
  1. Peer Review:
  • The editor-in-chief assigns each manuscript to at least two qualified reviewers based on their expertise and research interests.
  • Reviewers are chosen from a pool of experienced academics who are not affiliated with the author(s) or their institution (double-blind review).
  • Reviewers receive the anonymized manuscript along with clear instructions, evaluation criteria, and a conflict-of-interest form.
  • Reviewers independently assess the manuscript based on the following criteria:
    • Originality and significance of the research
    • Soundness of methodology and data analysis
    • Clarity and organization of the writing
    • Relevance to the journal's scope and interests
    • Quality of references and citations
  • Reviewers submit detailed review reports, including specific recommendations for revision or rejection. These reports are anonymized to maintain reviewer confidentiality.
  1. Editorial Decision:
  • The editor-in-chief, along with the associate editors, considers the reviewers' reports and makes a final decision on the manuscript.
  • Decisions can be:
    • Acceptance without revision
    • Acceptance with minor revisions
    • Major revisions required
    • Rejection
  • Authors receive the editor's decision and anonymized reviewer reports (without reviewer names).
  • For manuscripts requiring revisions, authors are expected to address the reviewers' comments and submit a revised manuscript within a specified timeframe.
  • The editor-in-chief makes the final decision based on the quality of the revisions and reviewer assessments.
  1. Publication:
  • Accepted manuscripts undergo copyediting and proofreading to ensure accuracy and adherence to journal style guidelines.
  • Accepted authors are required to sign a copyright transfer agreement.
  • The final article is published online and included in the next issue of RRJSS.

 

Moreover:

  • RRJSS adheres to ethical guidelines for scholarly publishing, including confidentiality, conflict-of-interest disclosure, and plagiarism prevention.
  • The journal welcomes feedback from authors and reviewers on the peer-review process to continuously improve its quality and efficiency.
  • RRJSS uses a plagiarism detection software to screen manuscripts for originality. Authors are expected to ensure the originality of their work and cite sources appropriately.

 

This detailed description of RRJSS's double-blind peer review process demonstrates its commitment to publishing high-quality research with objectivity, transparency, and fairness.