The role of an editor at JNDBR is critical in upholding the journal’s mission to publish impactful and ethically sound research in the field of neurodegeneration and brain science. These guidelines are designed to assist editors in managing submissions with integrity, transparency, and scientific rigor.

✦ Editorial Responsibilities

1. Initial Assessment

• Scope Fit: Ensure the manuscript aligns with the journal’s aims and scope.
• Quality Check: Assess for language quality, completeness of submission, originality, and compliance with ethical standards.
• Plagiarism Screening: All submissions must pass initial screening using plagiarism detection tools.

2. Peer Review Management

• Assign the manuscript to at least two independent expert reviewers using a double-blind peer review process.
• Ensure timely completion of the review process, typically within 3–4 weeks.
• Monitor reviewer responsiveness and follow up as needed.
• Ensure reviewer feedback is constructive, unbiased, and respectful.

3. Decision Making

• Make an editorial recommendation based on reviewer comments and personal evaluation.
• Possible decisions include: Accept, Minor Revision, Major Revision, or Reject.
• Provide a clear and reasoned editorial decision letter to the authors.

4. Confidentiality

• Treat all submitted materials and correspondence as strictly confidential.
• Refrain from using unpublished data for personal or professional benefit.

✅ Ethical Oversight

• Ensure that all manuscripts involving human or animal subjects include proper ethical approvals.
• Address concerns related to data fabrication, plagiarism, duplicate submission, or authorship disputes in accordance with COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines.
• If needed, consult the Editor-in-Chief and/or Publisher for ethical adjudications.

✦ Editorial Conduct

• Maintain neutrality, fairness, and objectivity at all times.
• Avoid handling submissions where any conflict of interest (personal, financial, or institutional) may exist.
• Act promptly and communicate respectfully with authors, reviewers, and fellow editors.

✦ Revision and Final Decision

• Review revised manuscripts to ensure all reviewer and editorial comments have been adequately addressed.
• Make the final recommendation for acceptance only when the manuscript meets the journal’s standards for scientific quality and ethical compliance.
• For borderline cases, editors may request additional reviews or consult with other editorial board members.

✦ Reporting and Metrics

• Track submission status and turnaround times to ensure a smooth workflow.
• Support continuous improvement by participating in editorial board meetings and providing feedback on journal policies and procedures.

✉️ Communication

All editorial correspondence should be conducted through the journal’s official communication channels. For any assistance, editors may contact: editor.jndbr@sciconxjournals.com