Peer Review Policy

Purpose:

The Peer Review Policy of SULAIKH Journal aims to ensure the high quality and integrity of the published research. By subjecting submitted manuscripts to a rigorous review process, we strive to maintain the journal's reputation as a reliable source of scholarly information.

Scope:

This policy applies to all original research articles submitted to SULAIKH Journal.

Review Process:

  1. Initial Screening: Upon submission, manuscripts undergo a preliminary screening by the editorial team to assess their suitability for the journal's scope and quality standards.
  2. Peer Review Assignment: Manuscripts that pass the initial screening are assigned to at least two independent reviewers with expertise in the relevant field. Reviewers are selected based on their qualifications, experience, and availability.
  3. Review Procedure: Reviewers are asked to evaluate the manuscript's originality, significance, methodology, clarity of presentation, and adherence to ethical guidelines. They are expected to provide constructive feedback and recommendations for revisions.
  4. Confidentiality: The identity of the reviewers remains confidential to the authors.
  5. Decision Making: Based on the reviewers' reports and the editorial team's assessment, a decision is made regarding the manuscript's acceptance, rejection, or request for major or minor revisions.

Review Criteria:

Reviewers will consider the following criteria when evaluating manuscripts:

  • Originality: Does the research contribute new knowledge or insights to the field?
  • Significance: Is the research question important and relevant to the broader academic community?
  • Methodology: Are the research methods appropriate, well-described, and executed rigorously?
  • Clarity of Presentation: Is the manuscript well-written, organized, and easy to understand?
  • Ethical Considerations: Does the research comply with ethical guidelines, including data privacy and informed consent?

Revisions and Appeals:

  • Revisions: Authors may be requested to revise their manuscripts based on the reviewers' feedback.
  • Appeals: If an author disagrees with the decision to reject their manuscript, they may submit an appeal to the Editor-in-Chief, providing a detailed explanation of their reasons.

Ethical Considerations:

  • Plagiarism: SULAIKH Journal strictly prohibits plagiarism. All submitted manuscripts are checked for originality using appropriate plagiarism detection tools.
  • Conflict of Interest: Reviewers are required to declare any potential conflicts of interest.
  • Data Sharing: Authors may be asked to share their research data upon publication, subject to appropriate data management policies.

Open Access Policy:

SULAIKH Journal is committed to promoting open access to research. All published articles will be freely available online.

Updates:

This Peer Review Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in best practices or journal requirements.

By adhering to this Peer Review Policy, SULAIKH Journal seeks to maintain its reputation as a leading academic publication and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in its field.