Peer Review Process

The Journal of Neuroscience and Neurological Disorders (JNND) follows a rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensure scientific accuracy, fairness, and transparency. This process upholds the highest standards of integrity in scholarly publishing.

Stages of Peer Review

1. Initial Editorial Screening – Manuscripts are checked for compliance with author guidelines, formatting, plagiarism, and ethical declarations.
2. Assignment to Handling Editor – The Editor-in-Chief assigns a subject expert to manage the peer review.
3. Reviewer Selection – Two or more independent reviewers are invited based on subject expertise, absence of conflicts of interest, and availability.
4. Double-Blind Review – Reviewers do not know the authors’ identities, and authors do not know the reviewers’ identities.
5. Reviewer Reports – Detailed evaluations are submitted covering originality, methodology, results, interpretation, and ethical compliance.
6. Editorial Decision – Based on reviewer recommendations, decisions may be: Accept, Minor Revision, Major Revision, or Reject.
7. Revisions – Authors submit revised manuscripts with point-by-point responses to reviewer comments.
8. Final Decision – The handling editor or Editor-in-Chief makes the final decision after revision checks.
9. Proofreading & Publication – Accepted manuscripts undergo copyediting, typesetting, and proofreading before publication.

Reviewer Criteria

Reviewers evaluate manuscripts based on:

• Originality and novelty of research
• Scientific validity and reproducibility
• Clarity of writing and data presentation
• Ethical compliance (human/animal studies)
• Relevance to the scope of JNND

Editorial Independence

Decisions are made independently of funding sources or institutional influence. Editors and reviewers must declare any potential conflicts of interest before participation.

Transparency in Peer Review

• Authors receive anonymized reviewer comments with clear guidance for revisions.
• Reviewers are informed of editorial outcomes.
• Reviewer identities remain confidential unless both parties agree to disclosure.

Timelines

JNND aims to complete the review process within:

• Initial editorial check: 5–7 business days
• Reviewer assignments: 7–10 business days
• Review cycle: 2–3 weeks per round
• Total time to decision: 4–6 weeks on average

Appeals and Complaints

Authors may appeal editorial decisions by submitting a detailed justification. Appeals are reviewed by the Editor-in-Chief and, if necessary, an independent board member.

FAQs

Is JNND’s peer review single-blind or double-blind?

JNND operates a double-blind peer review system.

How many reviewers assess each manuscript?

Typically two or more reviewers, depending on the subject complexity.

Can authors suggest reviewers?

Yes, authors may suggest potential reviewers, but the final selection rests with the editors.