The Journal of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (JNN) recognizes the pivotal role of its Editorial Board in ensuring the scientific quality, credibility, and global reach of the journal. This page provides essential information for board members regarding their responsibilities, benefits, and opportunities for contribution.

1. Role of Editorial Board Members

Editorial Board members serve as ambassadors of the journal, helping to maintain high standards of peer review and promoting its visibility in the global research community. Key responsibilities include:

• Manuscript Handling
  • Oversee the peer review process for assigned submissions.
  • Recommend qualified reviewers and ensure timely evaluations.
  • Make editorial recommendations based on reviewer reports and scientific merit.
• Quality Assurance
  • Ensure that published articles are original, accurate, and aligned with the journal’s aims and scope.
  • Uphold ethical standards in all aspects of publishing.
• Journal Promotion
  • Actively promote the journal within academic and professional networks.
  • Encourage high-quality manuscript submissions from colleagues and collaborators.
• Strategic Contribution
  • Provide input on special issues, thematic collections, and emerging topics.
  • Offer feedback to improve editorial processes and journal visibility.

2. Expectations from Board Members

• Review or handle a reasonable number of manuscripts annually.
• Respond promptly to editorial office communications.
• Maintain confidentiality and avoid conflicts of interest.
• Participate in meetings, consultations, or surveys regarding the journal’s development.

3. Ethical Commitment

Board members are expected to:

• Adhere to the principles of fairness, transparency, and objectivity.
• Promote diversity and inclusivity in scientific publishing.
• Support the integrity of the peer review system by ensuring impartial evaluations.

4. Benefits of Serving on the Editorial Board

• Recognition as a leader in the field of nanoscience and nanotechnology.
• Opportunities to shape the direction of the journal and contribute to global knowledge dissemination.
• Priority consideration for guest-editing special issues on emerging topics.
• Annual acknowledgment of editorial contributions on the journal’s website.
• Networking opportunities with international experts and researchers.

5. Term and Renewal

• Editorial Board appointments are typically for a renewable term of two to three years.
• Performance and engagement will be periodically reviewed by the Editor-in-Chief and the publisher.

6. Support from the Editorial Office

The editorial office provides:

• Assistance with manuscript tracking and reviewer invitations.
• Access to plagiarism detection and editorial management tools.
• Guidance on best practices in peer review and ethical publishing.

✉️ Contact

For any queries or support related to editorial responsibilities, please contact: editor.jnn@sciconxjournals.com