1- Submission:
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- Authors submit their manuscripts through the AIJP online submission system.
- Manuscripts are checked for compliance with submission guidelines, formatting, and plagiarism detection.
2- Initial Editorial Review:
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- The Editor-in-Chief or an assigned Associate Editor conducts an initial screening to determine if the manuscript fits the journal’s scope and standards.
- Manuscripts failing to meet basic quality or relevance are rejected at this stage.
3- Assignment to Reviewers:
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- Manuscripts passing the initial review are sent to at least two qualified reviewers with expertise in the relevant field.
- The journal employs a Double-Blind Review Process, where both authors’ and reviewers’ identities are anonymized to ensure impartiality.
4- Reviewers’ Evaluation:
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- Reviewers evaluate the manuscript based on originality, scientific rigor, relevance, clarity, methodology, and adherence to ethical standards.
- Reviewers provide constructive feedback, identifying strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.
- Reviewers recommend one of the following outcomes:
- Accept without revisions
- Minor revisions
- Major revisions
- Reject
5- Editor’s Decision:
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- The Editor-in-Chief or Associate Editor reviews the feedback from all reviewers and makes the final decision.
- If revisions are required, authors are notified with detailed feedback to guide improvements.
6- Revisions and Resubmission:
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- Authors revise their manuscript based on reviewers’ comments and resubmit it for further evaluation.
- For major revisions, the revised manuscript may be sent back to the original reviewers for re-evaluation.
7- Final Decision:
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- Once the reviewers and editor are satisfied with the manuscript's quality, a final decision of acceptance is communicated to the authors.
- If the manuscript is rejected, clear reasons are provided to the authors.
8- Copyediting and Proofreading:
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- Accepted manuscripts undergo copyediting to correct language, grammar, and formatting issues.
- Authors review and approve the final proofs before publication.
9- Publication:
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- The manuscript will be published in the next available issue of the journal and made accessible online.
10- Post-Publication Review:
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- AIJP welcomes comments and corrections from readers, ensuring ongoing quality control and transparency.