Peer Review Policies
The Journal of Halal Research, Policy, and Industry is committed to upholding a fair, transparent, and robust peer review process that ensures the publication of high-quality research. Our editorial and peer review framework is designed to maintain the journal's integrity and contribute meaningfully to the advancement of halal research, policy, and industry standards. Below is a detailed outline of the processes and roles involved:
1. Submission and Preliminary Evaluation
Submission of Manuscripts: The journal's online submission method is used by authors to submit their work.
First Screening: Each submitted composition is inspected by the overseeing editor to guarantee that it complies with moral guidelines, accommodation criteria, and the journal's common center. Without peer audit, compositions that do not follow to these essential measures may be rejected at this point.
2. Peer Review in Double Blind
Selection of Reviewers: After passing the first screening, manuscripts are sent to two or more independent experts for review. The selection of reviewers is based on their level of subject-matter competence.
Confidentiality: The journal uses a Double-Blind Peer Review procedure, which guarantees the anonymity of the reviewers and authors. This guarantees unbiased evaluations and gets rid of any potential biases.
Reviewers' Assessments: The manuscript's originality, scientific rigor, relevance, technique, and contribution to the area are all evaluated by reviewers. Regarding its approval, modification, or rejection, they offer thorough remarks and suggestions.
3. Editorial Decision-Making
The Managing Editor compiles the reviewers' comments and offers them to the Editor-in-Chief as part of the editorial decision-making process.
The role of the editor-in-chief The Editor-in-Chief decides whether to accept, revise, or reject the submission based on the reviewers' assessments. The authors are informed of the choice and the reviewers' helpful criticism.
The process of revision: The writers are given thorough instructions on how to respond to the reviewers' and editors' remarks if revisions are necessary. Additional review rounds may be applied to revised papers to make sure all issues are sufficiently addressed.
4. The Editorial Board's Advisory Role: The Editorial Board provides the Editor-in-Chief with guidance, recommendations, and insights on situations that are complicated or on the edge of the line.
Specialized Expertise: Members of the Editorial Board may be asked to offer expert opinions or conduct direct manuscript reviews in situations that call for more investigation.
5. Operational and Administrative Assistance
The managing editor is in charge of the entire editorial process, making sure that deadlines, moral principles, and effective communication between authors, reviewers, and editors are all followed.
By organizing communications, monitoring manuscript statuses, and promoting effective communication throughout the review and publication process, an editorial assistant helps with logistical support.
6. Workflow for Publications
Final Acceptance: Manuscripts undergo technical editing after acceptance to guarantee uniformity in language, formatting, and citation style.
Prior to publication Evidence: Proofs of their articles are sent to authors for final review before to publication.
Publication: The whole research community can read accepted publications because they are published online.
Dedicated to Ethical Principles
Strict guidelines regarding plagiarism, conflicts of interest, and data integrity are among the highest ethical standards that the Journal of Halal Research, Policy, and Industry upholds when publishing. Additionally, the journal conforms to international standards, including those set forth by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).
Maintaining Peer Review Excellence
With the help of a group of skilled editors and reviewers, our organized workflow guarantees a quick response while upholding the integrity and rigor of the peer review procedure. The journal is still dedicated to encouraging creativity and quality in halal research, supporting both theoretical and applied developments in this important field.