Article Processing Phases
The "Journal of Regional Studies Review" follows a systematic and rigorous article processing workflow to ensure the quality and integrity of published content. The article processing stages typically include:
- Submission:
- Authors submit their manuscripts through the online submission system, adhering to the journal's guidelines via Open Journal System (OJS).
- Submitted manuscripts undergo an initial assessment to ensure they meet the basic requirements and scope of the journal.
- Editorial Review:
- The editorial team conducts an initial review to assess the manuscript's alignment with the journal's focus, scope, and ethical standards.
- Abstract size, Total Word Count, and Similarity Index of the paper is checked.
- Manuscripts that pass this initial review proceed to the next stage, while those not meeting the criteria may be returned to authors for revisions or rejected.
- Peer Review:
- Manuscripts that meet the initial criteria undergo a rigorous peer-review process.
- Independent experts in the field evaluate the manuscript's quality, methodology, originality, and overall contribution.
- Authors receive constructive feedback from reviewers, and revisions may be requested.
- Author Revisions:
- Authors are expected to address reviewers' comments and revise their manuscripts accordingly with “Track Changes” in the rectified Microsoft Word File.
- Revised manuscripts are re-evaluated by the editorial team and may undergo further rounds of peer review if necessary.
- Editorial Decision:
- Based on peer-review feedback and revisions, the editorial team makes a final decision regarding acceptance, revision, or rejection.
- Authors receive detailed feedback and decision notifications via Open Journal System (OJS).
- Proofreading and Copyediting:
- Accepted manuscripts undergo proofreading and copyediting to ensure language clarity, style, and adherence to journal formatting guidelines.
- Authors may be involved in this stage to address any final queries or clarifications.
- Galley Proof:
- Once the manuscript is finalized, it is sent to the Author for one final look to check if there are any typographical or formatting errors.
- Publication:
- After the Galley Proof is finalized, it is published in the journal's upcoming issue or made available online.
- The publication is accompanied by relevant metadata, DOI assignment, and indexing processes.
- Post-Publication:
- The journal may engage in post-publication activities, such as promoting the published articles through various channels.
- Authors may also participate in post-publication discussions or responses to readers' inquiries.
Throughout these stages, the "Journal of Regional Studies Review" maintains a commitment to transparency, ethical conduct, and scholarly excellence. This multi-step process ensures that published articles contribute meaningfully to the field of regional studies and adhere to the highest standards of academic publishing.
