This journal operates a double-blind review process. All contributions will be initially assessed by the editor for suitability for the journal. Papers deemed suitable are then typically sent to a minimum of two independent expert reviewers to assess the scientific quality of the paper. The Editor is responsible for the final decision regarding acceptance or rejection of articles. Authors are required to provide at least 3 international reviewers (including their affiliation and email address).
1.1 Revised manuscripts
If the manuscript has reported from reviewers, then the author will be asked to resubmit the revised files. These files should include a summary of any new work added and a point by point response to the reviewers’ comments. Authors should be aware that the reviewers’ comments are transferred to the editor of the journal together with the manuscript files. When a revision is requested, authors must submit the revised manuscript promptly. The revision deadlines for peer-reviewed manuscripts are as follows:
1.2 After acceptance
Corresponding authors will receive an e-mail with the formatted manuscript for proofreading and preparing any necessary edits/changes. All instructions for proofing will be given in the e-mail we send to the authors.
1.3 Appeal procedure
Our appeal procedure provides authors with the opportunity to respond to the editorial decision on their manuscript. Authors have the right to appeal to the editor against any decision taken on their manuscript at any stage; an appeal will be considered at the discretion of the editorial team of ASFR. Through the appeal process, further opinion is sought on the manuscript's suitability for publication in the journal. After the appeal process, the editor's decision is final.
