PEXACY International Journal of Pharmaceutical Science
PEXACY International Journal of Pharmaceutical Science (PIJPS) relies on the expertise and dedication of peer reviewers to ensure the quality, validity, and integrity of the research we publish. The following instructions are intended to guide reviewers in performing their valuable role in the peer review process.
Responsibilities of Reviewers
1. Confidentiality
- Reviewers must treat all manuscripts as confidential and must not share or discuss them with others without explicit authorization from the editor.
2. Timeliness
- Reviewers should complete their review within the agreed-upon timeframe. If unable to meet the deadline, they should promptly notify the editor.
3. Impartiality
- Reviewers must evaluate manuscripts objectively, without personal bias or influence from external interests.
4. Conflict of Interest
- Reviewers must disclose any conflicts of interest and recuse themselves if the conflict may affect their ability to provide an unbiased review.
5. Ethical Considerations
- Reviewers should report any ethical concerns, such as plagiarism, data fabrication, or other misconduct, to the editor.
Review Criteria
Reviewers are asked to evaluate manuscripts based on the following criteria:
- Originality: Is the research novel and significant? Does it contribute to the existing body of knowledge?
- Methodology: Are the methods appropriate, well-described, and reproducible?
- Results: Are the results clearly presented, supported by the data, and logically interpreted?
- Conclusions: Do the conclusions follow from the results and contribute to the understanding of the research question?
- Clarity and Organization: Is the manuscript well-written, logically organized, and free of grammatical errors?
- Ethical Compliance: Does the manuscript adhere to ethical standards for research and publication?
Providing Feedback
- Constructive Criticism: Reviewers should provide clear, constructive feedback that helps authors improve their manuscript.
- Specificity: Comments should be specific and supported by examples or references.
- Recommendations: Reviewers should make a clear recommendation to accept, revise, or reject the manuscript, with justification for their decision.
Confidentiality of Peer Review
- PIJPS operates under a double-blind review process, where both authors and reviewers remain anonymous. Reviewers must not attempt to identify authors, and their comments will remain confidential.
Conclusion
The Instructions for Reviewers serve as a guide to the expectations and best practices for reviewers participating in the peer review process at PIJPS. We deeply appreciate the time, effort, and expertise that reviewers contribute to the advancement of pharmaceutical science research.
For any inquiries or further information regarding the review process, please contact the editorial office of PIJPS.