Reviewers

Reviewers in Journal of Rafidain Environment (JRE)

Reviewing a manuscript written by a fellow scientist is a privilege, but it is also a time-consuming responsibility. Therefore, the Editorial Board of JRE, along with its authors and readers, deeply appreciates your willingness to accept this role and your dedication to maintaining academic integrity. JRE follows a double-blind peer-review process that is fast, fair, and committed to publishing high-quality scientific work.

To uphold these standards, JRE seeks reviewers who can provide insightful, constructive, and timely feedback on submitted manuscripts. The expected turnaround time for reviews is approximately six weeks. The journal’s reputation depends on reviewers with strong expertise, objectivity, and fairness in evaluating scientific submissions.

Reviewers’ Responsibilities

If the Editor-in-Chief of JRE has invited you to review a manuscript, please consider the following responsibilities:

  • Critically and constructively review the manuscript, providing detailed comments to help authors improve their work.
  • Review multiple versions of the manuscript if revisions are requested.
  • Submit all required information within the established deadlines.
  • Make clear recommendations to the editor regarding the manuscript’s suitability for publication.
  • Declare any potential conflicts of interest related to the authors or the content.
  • Report any suspected research misconduct.
  • Suggest alternative reviewers if you are unable to complete the review.
  • Treat the manuscript as a confidential document.
  • Do not use or share any part of the manuscript’s content.
  • Avoid direct communication with the authors, even if their identity becomes known.
  • Do not identify yourself as a reviewer to the authors.
  • Do not delegate the review to another person.
  • Ensure the manuscript represents original, high-quality scientific work.
  • Inform the editor if the manuscript appears to be under consideration elsewhere.
  • Write the review report in English only.
  • Optionally, author a commentary related to the reviewed manuscript for publication.

What Should Be Checked While Reviewing a Manuscript?

  • Novelty of the research
  • Originality of the approach
  • Scientific reliability and accuracy
  • Contribution to the field of environmental science
  • Addition of new insights to existing literature
  • Ethical compliance
  • Structure and adherence to author guidelines
  • Appropriateness and accuracy of references
  • Grammar, punctuation, and spelling
  • Any signs of scientific misconduct