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Reviewers Guidelines

The International Journal of Medical Science and Clinical Invention (IJMSCI) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics and to ensuring the quality of the papers published in the journal. As a reviewer, you play a critical role in this process by providing impartial and constructive feedback on the manuscripts submitted for publication. These guidelines have been developed to help you understand your responsibilities and to provide you with the information you need to complete your review effectively.

Responsibilities of Reviewers:

  • Reviewers must provide an objective evaluation of the manuscript and its suitability for publication in IJMSCI.
  • Reviewers must maintain the confidentiality of the review process and not disclose any information about the manuscript to anyone outside of the review process.
  • Reviewers must declare any conflicts of interest that may influence their evaluation of the manuscript.
  • Reviewers must provide a detailed and constructive critique of the manuscript, focusing on its strengths and weaknesses.

Guidelines for Reviewing Manuscripts:

  • Reviewers should consider the following when evaluating the manuscript:
  1. Relevance: Is the manuscript relevant to the scope and focus of IJMSCI?
  2. Originality: Does the manuscript make a significant contribution to the field and is it original?
  3. Methodology: Is the methodology sound and appropriate for the research question being asked?
  4. Results: Are the results robust and well-supported by the data?
  5. Interpretation: Are the conclusions supported by the results and are they appropriately limited?
  6. Writing quality: Is the manuscript well-written and clear in its presentation of the results?
  7. Recommendations: Should the manuscript be accepted for publication, rejected, or revised with specific suggestions for improvement?

  • Reviewers should provide a detailed and constructive critique of the manuscript, including specific suggestions for improvement where necessary.

  • Reviewers should complete their review within the specified timeframe and communicate any concerns or conflicts to the Editor-in-Chief as soon as possible.

We hope that these guidelines will help you in your role as a reviewer for IJMSCI. Your contributions are invaluable in helping to maintain the quality and integrity of the journal and in supporting the advancement of medical science and clinical invention.