Peer Review Policy

1. Overview
Biosciences Reports follows a rigorous peer review process to ensure the quality and credibility of the articles published. All submitted manuscripts undergo a thorough evaluation by experts in the relevant field to ensure the integrity, relevance, and scientific value of the research.

2. Types of Peer Review
The journal employs double-blind peer review, where both the identities of the authors and the reviewers are kept confidential throughout the review process. This method ensures impartiality and minimizes biases.

3. Reviewer Selection
Reviewers are selected based on their expertise in the subject matter of the manuscript. The editorial team carefully matches the submitted paper with qualified reviewers who have no conflicts of interest with the authors or the research topic. Reviewers are typically chosen from the journal’s database of recognized experts in biosciences.

4. Responsibilities of Reviewers
Reviewers are expected to provide objective, constructive, and timely feedback on the manuscript. Their evaluations will assess the scientific quality, originality, and relevance of the research, as well as its clarity, methodology, and potential impact on the field. Reviewers must report any conflicts of interest to the editor before accepting a review invitation.

5. Review Process
Once a manuscript is submitted, it is reviewed by the editorial team to determine its suitability for peer review. If deemed appropriate, the manuscript is sent to at least two independent reviewers who evaluate the work and provide feedback. The decision (accept, minor revisions, major revisions, or rejection) is then communicated to the authors based on the reviewer comments and recommendations.

6. Confidentiality
The peer review process is confidential. Reviewers are prohibited from discussing the manuscript with anyone other than the editor. Similarly, authors must not share the identity of their reviewers or the review process details outside the journal.

7. Appeals
Authors who wish to appeal the editorial decision based on the peer review comments may submit a formal appeal to the editor-in-chief. The appeal will be reviewed by a senior member of the editorial team, and the final decision will be communicated to the authors.

8. Ethics of Peer Review
Biosciences Reports adheres to ethical guidelines for peer review, ensuring transparency, fairness, and impartiality. Any instances of plagiarism, falsification of data, or unethical conduct during the review process will be investigated and addressed in accordance with the journal's publication ethics policy.