Review Guideline

Before accepting or declining an invitation to review, reviewers are encouraged to carefully consider the following aspects:

  1. Relevance to Expertise
    Ensure that the manuscript aligns with your field of expertise. Please accept the invitation only if you are confident in your ability to provide a constructive, thorough, and high-quality review.

  2. Conflict of Interest
    Reviewers must disclose any potential conflicts of interest to the editorial team before agreeing to review. This includes any personal, professional, or financial relationships that could affect your objectivity in evaluating the manuscript.

  3. Availability of Time
    Peer review requires careful reading and critical evaluation of the manuscript. Please confirm that you have sufficient time to complete the review within the specified deadline (usually 3–5 months). Timely feedback helps maintain the efficiency of the editorial process.

  4. Prompt Response to Invitation
    Respond to the review invitation as soon as possible. Delays in responding—whether accepting or declining—can slow down the entire review workflow.
    If you are unable to review, please inform the editor immediately and, if possible, recommend alternative qualified reviewers within your area of expertise.