Reviewer Guidelines
Peer reviewers are essential partners in maintaining the quality and credibility of the Journal of Neuroscience and Neurological Disorders (JNND). These Reviewer Guidelines provide detailed instructions to ensure fair, rigorous, and constructive peer review.
Responsibilities of Reviewers
- Provide objective and constructive feedback to improve the manuscript.
- Respect deadlines and notify the editor promptly if unable to complete the review.
- Identify ethical issues such as plagiarism, duplicate submission, or data fabrication.
- Refrain from personal criticism; focus on scholarly evaluation.
Confidentiality
Manuscripts are confidential. Reviewers must not share, discuss, or use unpublished material for personal research.
Conflict of Interest
- Reviewers must declare conflicts of interest (financial, institutional, or personal) before accepting a review.
- If a conflict exists, reviewers should decline and inform the editor.
Structure of Review Reports
Review reports should be clear, concise, and structured to guide editorial decisions. Suggested format:
- Summary: Brief overview of the manuscript’s strengths and weaknesses.
- Major Comments: Substantive issues related to methodology, validity, novelty, or ethics.
- Minor Comments: Grammar, style, formatting, or reference corrections.
- Recommendation: Accept, minor revision, major revision, or reject.
Ethical Expectations
- Identify possible misconduct and report to the editor.
- Avoid discriminatory or biased remarks.
- Ensure constructive tone that supports author improvement.
Reviewer feedback should strengthen scientific research while maintaining integrity, transparency, and respect.
Reviewer Recognition
JNND acknowledges reviewer contributions through:
- Reviewer certificates
- Discounts on future publications
- Annual acknowledgment in the journal
FAQs
How long does a review take?
Reviewers are typically given 2–3 weeks. Extensions may be requested if needed.
What if I cannot review due to lack of expertise?
Inform the editor immediately and, if possible, suggest alternate reviewers.
Can I recommend acceptance/rejection directly to the author?
No. Recommendations must be communicated only to the editor via the review system.