The Editorial Board of the SCICONX Journal of Advanced Materials & Engineering (JAME) plays a pivotal role in shaping the journal’s scientific direction, upholding ethical excellence, and ensuring the publication of high-quality, innovative research in materials science and engineering. This page provides a comprehensive overview of responsibilities, expectations, policies, and operational guidelines designed to assist board members in fulfilling their roles effectively.

1. Vision and Mission of the Editorial Board

The Editorial Board of JAME is committed to:

• Advancing the global exchange of knowledge in materials research and engineering innovation.
• Ensuring rigorous scientific standards, academic integrity, and transparent editorial practices.
• Supporting a constructive and efficient peer-review process.
• Promoting diversity in authorship, research topics, and global representation.
• Encouraging the publication of cutting-edge discoveries, technological advancements, and interdisciplinary collaborations.

As leaders in their fields, board members contribute significantly to defining the journal’s academic identity and long-term impact.

2. Roles within the Editorial Board

JAME’s Editorial Board consists of the following key roles:

• Editor-in-Chief

Provides overall leadership, sets editorial policies, oversees journal quality, and makes final decisions on manuscripts.

• Associate Editors / Section Editors

Handle submissions within their areas of expertise, assign reviewers, evaluate reports, and recommend editorial decisions.

• Advisory Board Members

Offer strategic guidance, support the journal’s development, and provide expert insight on emerging research areas.

• Editorial Board Members

Actively participate in peer review, promote the journal within the scientific community, and support special issues and thematic collections.

Each role contributes uniquely to the integrity and efficiency of the editorial workflow.

3. Core Responsibilities of Editorial Board Members

Board members are expected to:

a. Support the Peer-Review Process

• Review manuscripts in their specialty areas regularly and promptly.
• Provide fair, objective, and constructive evaluations.
• Recommend suitable reviewers as needed.

b. Uphold Editorial Integrity

• Maintain the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts.
• Avoid conflicts of interest and disclose any competing interests immediately.
• Adhere to ethical standards aligned with COPE, ICMJE, and SCICONX publishing policies.

c. Promote the Journal

• Represent JAME at conferences, seminars, and academic meetings.
• Encourage high-quality submissions from researchers and colleagues.
• Assist in identifying emerging trends and innovative topics for future issues.

d. Contribute to Special Editions

• Propose and organize special issues in rapidly developing or interdisciplinary areas.
• Suggest guest editors when appropriate.
• Participate in the peer-review cycle for special collections.

e. Provide Strategic Input

• Offer suggestions to improve journal performance, quality, and visibility.
• Contribute insights regarding indexing, impact-building, and academic outreach.

4. Editorial Decision-Making Guidelines

Board members handling manuscripts must:

• Rely strictly on scientific merit, novelty, methodological soundness, and relevance.
• Ensure that decisions are objective, unbiased, and based on reviewer comments.
• Request major or minor revisions when improvements are needed.
• Recommend rejection when manuscripts fail to meet journal standards.

Final decisions are made by the Editor-in-Chief after considering editorial recommendations.

5. Review Standards and Timelines

JAME strives for a balanced and efficient review process. Editorial Board members are encouraged to:

• Complete initial manuscript evaluations within 5–7 days.
• Perform peer reviews within 2–3 weeks, depending on manuscript complexity.
• Handle revisions promptly to maintain timely publication.
• Communicate with the editorial office in case of delays or unavailability.

Timely processing ensures a smooth experience for authors and upholds the journal’s professionalism.

6. Ethical Responsibilities

Editorial Board members must adhere to strict ethical guidelines:

Confidentiality

Manuscripts and reviewer identities must remain confidential at all times.

Impartiality

Personal, institutional, regional, or ideological biases must not influence decisions.

Conflict of Interest

Members should decline to handle manuscripts with:

• Collaborators as authors
• Close colleagues or former students involved
• Financial or professional conflicts

Integrity in Review

Any suspicion of:

• Plagiarism
• Data manipulation
• Ethical issues in human/animal studies
• Duplicate submissions
• Authorship conflicts

must be reported to the Editor-in-Chief immediately for investigation.

7. Engagement with Authors and Reviewers

Editorial Board members may engage with authors and reviewers as part of the editorial workflow:

• Provide clear, actionable feedback to authors.
• Ensure that reviewer comments are addressed appropriately.
• Mediate discrepancies between reviewer recommendations when needed.
• Maintain respectful and professional communication at all times.

Constructive interaction enhances the overall quality of published research.

8. Expectations for Board Member Conduct

JAME expects all board members to:

• Maintain active participation throughout their term.
• Actively review or manage manuscripts based on workload expectations.
• Represent the journal positively within the scientific community.
• Avoid sharing confidential information or using unpublished data for personal benefit.
• Communicate regularly with the editorial office regarding availability or concerns.

Inactive members may be rotated or replaced to maintain editorial efficiency.

9. Term Duration and Renewal

Editorial Board appointments typically span 2–3 years, subject to renewal based on:

• Contribution to peer review
• Active involvement in editorial activities
• Adherence to journal policies
• Support for journal growth and visibility

Members demonstrating exceptional involvement may be considered for elevated roles.

10. Benefits of Serving on the Editorial Board

Editorial Board membership offers several professional advantages:

• Recognition as a scholarly leader in the materials and engineering community.
• Opportunities to shape the direction of interdisciplinary research.
• Enhanced visibility and academic networking.
• Priority consideration for special issues and editorial projects.
• Official certificate and recognition from SCICONX Publishing.
• Contribution to promoting ethical, high-quality scientific publishing.

Board members play a vital role in advancing global research excellence.

11. Commitment to Journal Growth and Excellence

The success of JAME relies on the collective expertise, integrity, and leadership of its Editorial Board. SCICONX Publishing values each member’s contribution and is committed to providing full support, including:

• Efficient editorial management tools
• Flexible communication channels
• Training resources on peer review and publication ethics
• Collaborative opportunities for journal development

Together, we aim to build JAME into a globally recognized platform for groundbreaking research in advanced materials and engineering sciences.