Peer Review Policy

Journal of Insect Biology and Applied Entomology (JIBAE)

The Journal of Insect Biology and Applied Entomology (JIBAE) maintains a rigorous and transparent peer review process to ensure the publication of scientifically sound, original and high-quality research. Every manuscript submitted to the journal undergoes an independent evaluation by qualified experts before editorial acceptance.

The journal follows a Double-Blind Peer Review system, ensuring fairness, confidentiality and unbiased assessment throughout the review process.

Double-Blind Peer Review

JIBAE adopts a Double-Blind Peer Review process in which the identities of both authors and reviewers remain anonymous throughout the review. Neither reviewers know the identity of authors nor authors know the identity of reviewers.

This system minimizes bias and ensures that editorial decisions are made solely on the scientific merit, originality and quality of the manuscript.

Peer Review Process

1. Initial Editorial Screening

Each submission is checked for scope, formatting, plagiarism, ethical compliance and completeness.

2. Editorial Assessment

The Editor evaluates the manuscript's originality, scientific quality and suitability for peer review.

3. Reviewer Assignment

Suitable manuscripts are assigned to independent reviewers with expertise in the relevant research field.

4. Scientific Evaluation

Reviewers assess methodology, originality, significance, data analysis, conclusions and overall presentation.

5. Revision

Authors revise the manuscript according to reviewer comments and submit a detailed response.

6. Final Decision

The Editor makes the final publication decision based on reviewer recommendations and editorial assessment.

Reviewer Evaluation Criteria

Reviewers generally evaluate manuscripts based on the following criteria:

  • Originality and novelty of the research.
  • Scientific significance and contribution.
  • Research methodology and experimental design.
  • Data quality and statistical analysis.
  • Accuracy of results and interpretation.
  • Clarity of writing and presentation.
  • Quality of references and citations.
  • Compliance with ethical standards.

Editorial Decisions

Based on reviewer recommendations, one of the following editorial decisions may be issued:

Accept

The manuscript is accepted without further revision.

Minor Revision

Small modifications are requested before acceptance.

Major Revision

Substantial revisions are required before reconsideration.

Reject

The manuscript does not meet the journal's publication standards.

Confidentiality

Editors and reviewers are required to maintain strict confidentiality throughout the review process. Manuscripts and related materials are not shared with unauthorized individuals and are used solely for scholarly evaluation.

Conflict of Interest

Editors and reviewers must disclose any actual or potential conflict of interest that could influence the evaluation of a manuscript. Individuals with conflicts are expected to decline participation in the review process.

Publication Ethics

All submitted manuscripts are screened for plagiarism and evaluated according to internationally accepted publication ethics. The journal does not tolerate plagiarism, duplicate publication, data fabrication, data falsification or unethical research practices.

All manuscripts are subjected to plagiarism screening before peer review. Any unethical publication practice may lead to immediate rejection or retraction of the article.

Average Review Timeline

Initial Screening

3–7 Working Days

Peer Review

2–6 Weeks

Author Revision

1–3 Weeks

Final Editorial Decision

Within 7 Days After Review

Journal Commitment

The Journal of Insect Biology and Applied Entomology is committed to maintaining a fair, transparent and efficient peer review process. Through independent expert evaluation and ethical editorial practices, the journal ensures that only scientifically sound and high-quality research is published for the benefit of the global scientific community.