Reviewer Guidelines
Thank you for agreeing to review a manuscript for UZJEST. Your expertise ensures the quality and integrity of published research. Please follow these guidelines when evaluating submissions.
1. Purpose of Peer Review
Peer review is essential to:
- Ensure the validity, originality, and significance of research
- Provide constructive feedback to help authors improve their work
- Maintain the academic standards of UZJEST
2. Review Process & Timeline
- Reviewers are expected to complete their assessment within 2–4 weeks (unless otherwise agreed)
- If you cannot meet the deadline or assess the manuscript, notify the editor immediately
- All reviews should be submitted via the journal's online submission system
3. Confidentiality & Ethical Considerations
- Treat manuscripts as confidential documents. Do not share or discuss them without permission
- Avoid conflicts of interest (e.g., personal, financial, or professional ties to authors)
- Maintain impartiality—evaluate submissions based on academic merit, not personal bias
4. Evaluation Criteria
Assess the manuscript based on the following:
A. Originality & Significance
- Does the paper present new findings or a novel perspective?
- Is the research relevant to the journal's scope?
B. Methodology & Data Analysis
- Are the methods appropriate and well-described?
- Is the data analysis rigorous and statistically sound (if applicable)?
C. Clarity & Structure
- Is the paper well-organized (abstract, introduction, methods, results, discussion, conclusion)?
- Are figures, tables, and references properly formatted and clear?
D. Ethical Compliance
- Does the study follow ethical guidelines (e.g., human/animal research approvals)?
- Are sources properly cited to avoid plagiarism or redundant publication?
5. Writing the Review Report
Your review should include:
- Summary – Briefly describe the paper's objectives and key findings
- Major Strengths – Highlight what works well
- Major Weaknesses – Identify areas needing improvement
- Specific Recommendations – Provide clear, actionable feedback
- Decision Recommendation – Choose one:
- Accept as is (rare)
- Minor revisions (accept after small corrections)
- Major revisions (requires substantial changes)
- Reject (if unsuitable for the journal)
6. Final Notes
- Be professional and constructive—avoid harsh or dismissive comments
- If recommending rejection, provide justifiable reasons
- The editor may consider your feedback when making the final decision
Contact Information
Editorial Office, UZJEST
Email: jet@zu.edu.ly
Website: https://journals.zu.edu.ly/index.php/UZJEST/index