Peer Review Process

The Journal of Holistic and Scientific Studies (JHSS) is of the opinion that peer review is one of the major aspects when it comes to publishing good research that is credible. We are supposed to administer our review fairly, transparently and in a supportive manner. We do not simply check on mistakes, we assist authors in improving their writing and at the same time the work that we publish is of academic quality.

All the papers that are sent to JHSS are peer-reviewed to ensure that they are accepted to be published.

How Peer Review Works

1. Initial Editorial Check
Upon a manuscript being submitted, the editorial team must first verify that it falls within the scope of the journal and that the simple rules of submitting it are adhered to. It can be sent back without passing on to full review in case it fails to satisfy such specifications.

2. Double-Blind Review
Once a manuscript clears the first check, it moves on - sent out to at least two separate experts. Neither the writers nor the readers see who the others are during this stage. The aim? To keep judgments free from bias.

3. Expert Evaluation
Reviewers are expected to read the manuscript and evaluate it with respect to:

  • Originality and relevance
  • Clarity of writing
  • Soundness of methodology
  • Validity of results
  • Contribution to the field

Reviewers will make comments and recommendations as well as recommend whether to accept the manuscript, revise it or reject it.

4. Editorial Decision
The editor takes into account the comments of the reviewers and draws the final conclusion. The authors are notified about the comment made by the critics and the decision. In case of requests to revise, the authors are advised to re-write in a rational way and re-submit the revised work.

What We Expect from Authors

In case of revisions being requested, the authors should:

  • Response to every comment of the reviewers.
  • Elaborate on how things have been done, or why some recommendations have not been implemented.
  • Send the amended manuscript within the allotted time.

At this stage, effective communication that is based on respect can hasten up the process.

Review Timelines

We attempt to make the peer review process as timely as possible. Although it may take some time to receive a final verdict based on the availability of the reviewer and the complexity of the manuscript, typically, an author will be given a preliminary decision within several weeks of the article deposit.

The editorial office is always on hand to update you on the review status in case of any question.

Our Commitment

At JHSS, a peer review process helps to demonstrate our concern with quality, fairness, and academic integrity. Our vision is to provide an encouraging atmosphere in the cooperation of authors and reviewers in order to support research and help to innovate a scholarly discussion.