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For Reviewers

Information for Reviewers

Peer review is central to maintaining the scientific quality, integrity, and credibility of JNPCS.

  • Scientific rigor

    Assess whether the question, design and evidence support the conclusions.

  • Methodological quality

    Evaluate study design, analysis and reporting against the relevant standards.

  • Interpretation and limitations

    Judge whether interpretation is proportionate and limitations are acknowledged.

  • Constructive feedback

    Provide clear, respectful comments the authors can act on.

  • Confidentiality

    Manuscripts under review are confidential. Do not share, discuss or use their contents.

  • Conflicts of interest

    Declare any conflict before accepting an invitation; decline when one exists.

Review workflow

  1. Invitation
  2. Acceptance
  3. Review
  4. Recommendation
  5. Editorial Decision

Reviewers are invited by editors, who have access to registered accounts. To be considered as a reviewer, register an account and contact the editorial office.