From Submission to Decision
After submission, most journals take 2–8 weeks for editorial screening and 2–6 months for a full peer review decision.
Stage 1: Editorial Triage
The editor first evaluates whether the manuscript fits the journal's scope. Studies suggest 30–50% of submissions at high-impact journals are desk-rejected. Common reasons: scope mismatch, insufficient novelty, poor English, and format non-compliance.
Stage 2: Peer Review
- Single-blind: Reviewers know authors' identities.
- Double-blind: Both parties are anonymous — most common model.
- Open review: Identities disclosed.
Possible Decisions
- Accept as is: Rare; accepted without changes.
- Minor revision: Small corrections needed.
- Major revision: Substantial changes required.
- Reject: Fundamental problems not resolvable.
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