The Editorial Board of Immunobiology plays a vital role in shaping the scholarly quality, integrity, and scientific impact of the journal. This page outlines the responsibilities, expectations, editorial principles, and support mechanisms provided to board members to ensure the seamless management of manuscripts and the advancement of high-quality immunobiological research.

1. Role of the Editorial Board

The Editorial Board is composed of distinguished experts in immunology, molecular biology, biotechnology, clinical immunology, systems immunology, and related fields. Board members are entrusted with responsibilities that directly influence the journal’s rigor, visibility, and reputation. Their collective expertise ensures that every manuscript receives a fair, timely, and scientifically sound evaluation.

2. Mission of the Editorial Board

The board’s mission is to:

• Strengthen the journal’s scholarly standing in global immunology research
• Promote ethical and responsible scientific publication
• Maintain a robust peer-review framework
• Uphold transparency, fairness, and academic professionalism
• Encourage the dissemination of impactful immunobiology research
• Support authors, reviewers, and early-career researchers

3. Editorial Responsibilities

Editorial Board Members are expected to engage in the following core activities:

3.1. Manuscript Handling

• Oversee the peer review process for assigned manuscripts
• Select appropriate expert reviewers
• Ensure double-blind review integrity
• Provide constructive editorial recommendations
• Make informed decisions based on scientific merit and reviewer input

3.2. Peer Review Oversight

• Evaluate reviewer reports for completeness, clarity, and fairness
• Ensure that manuscripts meet ethical and methodological standards
• Request revisions or additional reviews when necessary

3.3. Contribution to Journal Development

• Suggest special issues and emerging topics in immunobiology
• Invite high-quality submissions from peers, networks, and conferences
• Contribute editorials, commentaries, or review articles when possible

3.4. Upholding Publication Ethics

Board members must ensure that manuscripts comply with:

• COPE principles
• Scientific integrity standards
• Ethical guidelines for animal and human studies
• Data transparency and reproducibility requirements

4. Expected Commitment

Editorial Board Members are expected to:

• Handle manuscripts promptly, typically within 2–3 weeks
• Participate in strategic discussions when requested by the Editor-in-Chief
• Maintain confidentiality and neutrality throughout the review process
• Avoid conflicts of interest related to assigned manuscripts
• Promote the journal among professional communities and research networks

The expected workload is designed to be flexible and manageable, respecting the academic and professional obligations of board members.

5. Benefits of Serving on the Editorial Board

Serving on the board offers several professional advantages:

5.1. Academic Recognition

• Official appointment as Editorial Board Member
• Recognition on the journal’s website and promotional materials
• Opportunities to publish editorials or invited articles

5.2. Contribution to Scientific Progress

• Influence on shaping immunology research standards
• Participation in cutting-edge research evaluation
• Enhanced visibility in global immunological communities

5.3. Networking & Collaboration

• Opportunities to connect with leading researchers, clinicians, and scientists
• Potential involvement in joint projects, special issues, and conferences

6. Term of Appointment

Editorial Board appointments are typically:

• Valid for two years, renewable based on performance
• Evaluated annually by the Editor-in-Chief
• Continuable upon mutual agreement

Board members may be offered higher-level editorial roles based on contribution and engagement.

7. Performance Expectations and Evaluation

To maintain consistency and quality:

• The Editor-in-Chief reviews board member activity annually
• Active engagement in manuscript handling and review is expected
• Members who consistently contribute may be promoted to senior roles
• Inactive members may be respectfully retired from the board to maintain efficiency

Unprofessional conduct, bias, repeated delays, or ethical issues may result in removal from the board.

8. Confidentiality & Ethical Conduct

Editorial Board Members must:

• Treat all manuscript content as confidential
• Avoid sharing or using unpublished data for personal benefit
• Declare any conflicts of interest before accepting assignments
• Ensure decisions are free from bias or external influence

Ethical integrity is a core expectation and a reflection of the journal’s values.

9. Communication & Editorial Support

SCICONX Publishing provides:

• Editorial assistance for manuscript tracking
• Technical support for the submission system
• Clear documentation of workflows and guidelines
• Assistance in resolving reviewer or author disputes

Regular updates on journal metrics, performance, and impact are shared to keep board members informed.

10. Opportunities for Growth

Board members may be invited to:

• Lead thematic issues and special collections
• Participate in scientific advisory meetings
• Become Section Editors or Associate Editors
• Represent the journal at conferences and academic events

These opportunities help elevate both the journal’s and the member’s academic impact.

11. Appreciation for Service

SCICONX Journal of Immunobiology deeply values the dedication, time, and expertise contributed by every Editorial Board Member. Their role is fundamental to ensuring the credibility, scientific rigor, and long-term growth of the journal.