Reviewer Guidelines

First: Registration in the Journal’s Reviewers Team

Reviewers must hold a Ph.D. degree and be at least at the rank of Associate Professor in one of the applied science fields covered by the journal.
They should have prior experience in reviewing at least 10 articles for peer-reviewed journals and possess the ability to provide accurate scientific evaluation, constructive feedback, and professional assessment.

Reviewers are expected to comply with the journal’s privacy policy, demonstrate familiarity with scientific arbitration standards, and adhere to ethical and procedural principles established by the Editorial Board.

To register as a reviewer, please create an account using the following link:
https://iijas.eventsgate.org/iijas/user/register

All the following details must be completed in English:

  • Full Name

  • University or Institution (Affiliation)

  • Reviewing Interests (Research areas suitable for reviewing)

  • Curriculum Vitae (including academic title, university, number of published and reviewed papers, English proficiency if applicable, and memberships in journals or institutions)

  • Link to an academic profile such as ResearchGate, ORCID, or Google Scholar

After submitting your information, please contact the journal’s administration to activate your reviewer account.
Incomplete profiles may prevent the system from issuing reviewer certificates.

Profile information can later be edited by logging in, clicking the user icon, and selecting “Edit Profile.”

Reviewer’s Responsibilities

Reviewers are expected to:

  1. Examine the manuscript thoroughly and ensure that it complies with the journal’s publication guidelines.

  2. Confirm that all essential elements are included according to the approved template.

  3. Evaluate the methodology, accuracy of results, validity of conclusions, and soundness of recommendations.

  4. Assess the clarity and quality of the language, ensuring it meets academic and grammatical standards.

  5. Provide constructive and actionable comments that help authors improve their manuscripts — even if the article is ultimately rejected.

Reviewer Privileges

Active reviewers of IIJAS are entitled to the following benefits:

  • Receive an official certificate confirming their role as a reviewer for the journal.

  • Eligibility for free publication after earning qualifying points through contributions or referrals, according to journal policy.

  • Early access to recent scientific developments in applied science disciplines.

  • Opportunity to conduct training workshops or courses for the journal’s research community.

  • Possibility of joining the Editorial or Advisory Board based on performance and contribution.

Before Accepting a Review Invitation

Before accepting a review assignment, reviewers should consider:

  • Expertise: Does the manuscript fall within your area of specialization?

  • Conflict of Interest: Are there any financial, personal, or academic conflicts related to the paper?

  • Availability: Do you have sufficient time to complete the review before the deadline?

If unable to meet the deadline, please notify the editorial office immediately.

How to Conduct a Peer Review

Reviewers are encouraged to provide a comprehensive, objective, and constructive evaluation.
Although IIJAS does not impose a strict format, the following structure is recommended:

  1. Summary of the Paper

  2. Major Issues

  3. Minor Issues

All comments and suggested edits must be written directly on the manuscript file without including the reviewer’s name, to ensure anonymity.
Comments must be clear, evidence-based, and professionally phrased.

Key aspects to evaluate include:

  • Clarity and validity of research questions

  • Adequacy of data and sample size

  • Ethical approval (if applicable)

  • Appropriateness of methods and experimental design

  • Accuracy and transparency in data analysis

  • Clarity of figures, tables, and visuals

  • Discussion and comparison with prior studies

  • Accuracy and relevance of references

  • Strength of conclusions in relation to results

  • Recognition of research limitations

  • Coherence and accuracy of the abstract and title

  • Clarity and consistency of language and style

Evaluation Recommendation

At the end of the review process, please choose one of the following decisions:

  • Accept

  • Minor Revision

  • Major Revision

  • Reject

  • Unable to Review

All review reports must be submitted through the online submission system before the assigned deadline.

Confidentiality

All manuscripts under review are strictly confidential.
Reviewers must not share, copy, or discuss any part of the manuscript with others unless authorized by the Editor-in-Chief.
If consultation with another expert is necessary, permission must be obtained in advance, and the collaborator’s name must be mentioned in the “Comments to Editor” section.

Conflict of Interest

Reviewers must decline to review any manuscript if they:

  • Have a financial or personal interest related to the paper.

  • Have previously collaborated or discussed the manuscript with the authors.

  • Believe they cannot provide an objective or unbiased review.

Reviewer Requests

The IIJAS Editorial Board welcomes applications from qualified academics wishing to join the journal’s reviewer team.
Reviewers are selected based on their expertise, academic specialization, and publication record.
Interested researchers are invited to register through the journal’s website to ensure that their information and areas of interest are up to date.