Submission Timeline

Detailed Flow of Article Processing

The article submission and processing workflow consists of five key stages, ensuring a thorough review and refinement process before publication. Below is the step-by-step breakdown:

1. Submission Stage

  • Authors submit their manuscripts through the online submission system, ensuring they meet the requirements of the initial formatting and guidelines.
  • Editors conduct a preliminary screening, checking for completeness, adherence to guidelines, and originality.
  • A similarity check is performed using plagiarism detection software. (Estimated time: 1-2 weeks)
  • If the similarity index is ≤ 24% and the article meets the initial screening criteria, it proceeds to the next stage.
  • If the similarity index is > 24% or the paper requires further modifications, it is returned to the authors for revision.

2. Decision Stage

  • Authors are required to refine the manuscript based on feedback and reduce similarity if necessary. (Estimated time: 1-2 weeks)
  • The revised manuscript is re-evaluated to ensure compliance with journal standards.
  • If the paper still does not meet expectations, it remains in the submission stage for further refinement.
  • Once the manuscript meets the quality criteria, it is advanced to the peer review stage.

3. Review Stage

  • The editorial team assigns qualified reviewers based on the subject matter of the article. (Estimated time: 1-2 weeks)
  • Reviewers evaluate the manuscript and provide feedback, including recommendations for revisions. (Estimated time: 3-4 weeks)
  • Authors receive reviewers’ comments and make necessary revisions. Multiple rounds of revision may be required, depending on the feedback.
  • After successful revisions, the manuscript undergoes a final assessment.
  • If the paper meets the required standards, a Letter of Acceptance (LOA) is issued. (Estimated time: 1-2 weeks)

4. Copyediting Stage

  • Authors incorporate final corrections based on editorial comments. (Estimated time: 1-2 weeks)
  • The manuscript is submitted to the editorial team for final approval and quality assurance. Authors must ensure strict adherence to the journal’s formatting and referencing guidelines, which are available on the website. (Estimated processing time: 1 week)
  • A final proofreading letter is sent to authors to confirm the accuracy of the manuscript before publication. (Estimated time: 1 week)

5. Production Stage

  • Authors update article details and finalize metadata in the submission system. (Estimated time: 1-2 days)
  • The editorial office schedules the article for publication, and authors receive a formal notification via email. (Estimated time: 1-2 weeks)
  • The article is officially published and made available online.