Before accepting
Confirm subject expertise, availability and absence of conflicts of interest.
FOR REVIEWERS
Thoughtful review strengthens scholarly communication.
Reviewer guidance for fair, constructive, confidential and timely assessment.
During review
Assess originality, methods, evidence, clarity, relevance and ethical considerations.
Reviewer conduct
Maintain confidentiality, provide respectful comments and avoid using unpublished information.
Recommended review structure
- Brief overall assessment.
- Major issues affecting validity or interpretation.
- Minor corrections for clarity, presentation or references.
- Confidential comments to the editor when necessary.