Peer Review Process
Publication decisions at the Journal of Ethnopharmacology and Pharmaceutical Sciences (JEPS) are based primarily on the scientific validity, originality, relevance, and overall quality of the submitted manuscript, as assessed by the editors and/or peer reviewers. The evaluation also considers the clarity and coherence of the manuscript, the quality of its presentation, and its potential contribution to the relevant field of study.
The Journal of Ethnopharmacology and Pharmaceutical Sciences (JEPS) greatly appreciates the time, expertise, and constructive feedback provided by its reviewers, which contribute significantly to maintaining the quality and integrity of the journal’s publications.
Preliminary Evaluation of Manuscripts
All submitted manuscripts are first evaluated by the editor to assess their overall quality, originality, relevance, and alignment with the aims and scope of the Journal of Ethnopharmacology and Pharmaceutical Sciences (JEPS). At this stage, manuscripts may be rejected if they lack sufficient originality, contain significant methodological or scientific shortcomings, or fall outside the journal’s scope.
Manuscripts that meet the journal’s initial requirements and demonstrate sufficient academic merit will be forwarded to qualified reviewers for further evaluation through the peer-review process.
Types of Peer Reviews
Submitted manuscripts will generally be reviewed by two to three experts who will be asked to evaluate whether the manuscript is scientific and reasonable, whether the manuscript is a duplicate of an already published work, and whether the manuscript is clear enough to be published. The method is Double-blind peer review.
Review Reports
Reviewers are asked to evaluate about:
- Validity,
- Mistakes (terms and procedures),
- Experimental design,
- The methodology used by the reported study,
- Significance and importance of findings,
- Originality and implicit in the field,
- Missing or inaccurate references,
- Have results/findings that are presented clearly and support conclusions, and
- Follow appropriate ethical guidelines.
Reviewers are not expected to correct or copy manuscripts. Language correction is not part of the peer review process.
Decision
The reviewer advises the editor, who is responsible for the final decision to accept or reject the article. Editors will reach decisions based on this report and, if necessary, they will consult with members of the Editorial Board. The editor's decision is final.
Become a Reviewer
If you are not currently serving as a reviewer for the Journal of Ethnopharmacology and Pharmaceutical Sciences (JEPS) but are interested in joining our reviewer list, we warmly invite you to contact us.
Serving as a reviewer for Journal of Ethnopharmacology and Pharmaceutical Sciences (JEPS) provides an opportunity to engage with emerging and high-quality research in the field at an early stage, contribute to the advancement of scholarly knowledge, and gain recognition through inclusion in our reviewer directory. Reviewer activities may also be recognized as part of your academic and professional development, depending on your institution’s requirements.
We welcome qualified academics, researchers, and professionals with relevant expertise to join our reviewer community.
