After an article is submitted to ScholarOne, it will be assigned to a handling editor. The responsible editor will assess the article before either issuing a desk reject or proceeding with double-anonymous peer review. Articles are sent out for review to our editorial board members, as well as external experts in the field. Once reviews are returned, a decision will be made by the editor and issued to the author.

Appeals

To appeal an editorial decision, contact the Editor and specify the reason for your appeal. Your appeal will be reviewed by the Editor. The final decision regarding your appeal will rest with this Editor.

Appeals should be based on rational arguments and should refer to a specific manuscript in question. New submissions take priority over appeals, so it may take a substantial period of time for the journal to reach a conclusion about your appeal.