Peer Review Policy

Ensuring Rigorous and Transparent Peer Review

The International Journal of Physics Research and Applications (IJPRA) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of scholarly integrity through a rigorous peer review process. Every manuscript submitted to IJPRA undergoes a comprehensive review to ensure originality, accuracy, relevance, and scientific impact within the field of physics and its applications.

By implementing a robust peer-review system, we aim to uphold the quality of research and foster scientific advancements that contribute to the global physics community.

Peer Review Process

All submitted manuscripts undergo a **double-blind peer review**, ensuring impartial assessment. The review process includes the following stages:

  1. Initial Screening: The editorial team evaluates submissions for scope, adherence to formatting guidelines, and originality.
  2. Reviewer Assignment: Manuscripts are assigned to **two or more experts** specializing in the relevant sub-discipline of physics.
  3. Anonymous Review: Both authors and reviewers remain anonymous to prevent bias.
  4. Comprehensive Feedback: Reviewers assess the manuscript’s scientific merit, clarity, and validity of conclusions.
  5. Revisions and Resubmission: If necessary, authors are asked to revise their manuscript based on reviewer feedback.
  6. Final Decision: Editors make a publication decision based on reviewer recommendations and manuscript improvements.
  7. Publication: Accepted manuscripts are published with a **DOI for persistent referencing**.

Evaluation Criteria

Reviewers evaluate manuscripts based on:

  • Scientific Rigor: Theoretical soundness, experimental accuracy, and reproducibility of results.
  • Originality: Novel contributions to physics and its applications.
  • Relevance: Alignment with the journal’s scope and significance to the field.
  • Clarity and Structure: Coherent presentation, proper use of equations, and clear data interpretation.
  • Ethical Compliance: Adherence to ethical standards in research and publication.

Reviewer Responsibilities

Reviewers are expected to:

  • Provide objective, constructive, and timely feedback.
  • Identify any methodological flaws or ethical concerns.
  • Maintain confidentiality and declare conflicts of interest.
  • Ensure the scientific integrity of published research.

We select reviewers based on expertise, experience, and prior contributions to the field.

Editorial Decision Outcomes

Based on the peer review, editorial decisions may include:

  • Acceptance: The manuscript is approved for publication.
  • Minor Revisions: Small refinements are needed.
  • Major Revisions: Significant modifications are required before reconsideration.
  • Rejection: The manuscript does not meet the journal’s standards.

Authors receive detailed reviewer comments to enhance the quality of their submissions.

Appeals and Disputes

Authors can appeal a rejection by providing a detailed response to reviewer comments. The editorial board will conduct an independent review before making a final decision.

Commitment to Ethical Peer Review

The International Journal of Physics Research and Applications follows the ethical guidelines set by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) to ensure fair and ethical peer review practices.

For inquiries regarding our peer review policy, please contact the editorial office at [email protected].