For Reviewers
As a distinguished reviewer of Synsint Research Group journals, your recommendations play a crucial role in shaping the fate of a manuscript. Here’s a guide on how to provide effective recommendations:
Confidential Comments to Editors
- Use this section to communicate recommendations and any concerns about malpractice or ethical issues.
- Report suspected plagiarism, fraud, unethical procedures, bias, or conflicts of interest.
- We prefer such comments to be provided to editors only, separate from comments to authors.
Recommending Acceptance
- Provide detailed reasons why the manuscript should be accepted.
- Highlight the strengths of the research and its significance to the field.
- Offer suggestions for any areas that could be improved, even though acceptance is recommended.
Recommending Revision
- Specify whether major or minor revisions are necessary for publication.
- Provide specific, constructive feedback on how to address the identified issues.
- Offer suggestions for improving clarity, methodology, or analysis.
- Encourage the authors to address each point raised in the review.
Recommending Rejection
- Clearly state the recommendation for rejection if the manuscript does not meet publication standards.
- Provide specific reasons why the manuscript is not suitable for publication.
- Even when recommending rejection, offer constructive criticism to help authors improve future submissions.
- Focus on the research’s shortcomings rather than personal criticisms.
- Explain to the editor why the manuscript should not be published, providing detailed reasons.
