Peer Review Process
All manuscripts submitted to Interface: Journal of Technique undergo a double-blind peer review process to ensure the quality, validity, and originality of the content before publication. This means that both the reviewers and the authors remain anonymous throughout the review process.
Review Workflow:
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Initial Screening
The editorial team conducts a preliminary check to evaluate the manuscript’s compliance with the journal’s scope, formatting requirements, and plagiarism policy. Manuscripts that do not meet basic criteria will be returned to the author. -
Assignment to Reviewers
Suitable manuscripts are sent to at least two independent reviewers with expertise in the relevant field. Reviewers are selected based on their academic qualifications and publication track record. -
Review Duration
Reviewers are given 2 to 4 weeks to complete their reviews. They may recommend one of the following decisions:-
Accept
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Minor Revision
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Major Revision
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Reject
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Editorial Decision
Based on the reviewers’ comments and recommendations, the editor makes a decision and communicates it to the author along with reviewer feedback. -
Revision Stage
Authors are expected to submit the revised manuscript within 2 to 3 weeks (depending on the level of revision required). The revised manuscript may be re-evaluated by the same reviewers. -
Final Decision
The final decision to accept or reject the manuscript rests with the Editor-in-Chief, considering the reviewers’ input and the quality of revisions. -
Publication
Accepted manuscripts are copyedited, formatted, and scheduled for publication in the upcoming issue.
Confidentiality and Ethics
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All submitted manuscripts and review processes are treated confidentially.
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Reviewers must disclose any conflict of interest and decline the review if any bias exists.
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The journal adheres to the ethical standards of COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics).