The SCICONX Journal of Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Bio Biopharmaceutics (JPCB) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of scientific integrity, transparency, and quality through a robust peer review process. Our peer review system ensures that all published manuscripts meet rigorous academic, ethical, and methodological standards while providing constructive feedback to authors.

1. Overview of Peer Review

Peer review is a critical step in scholarly publishing that evaluates the originality, validity, significance, and clarity of submitted research. At JPCB, we employ a double-blind peer review model, where both reviewers and authors remain anonymous, to promote unbiased and objective evaluation.

Our peer review process is designed to:

• Ensure the scientific accuracy and reproducibility of research.
• Identify ethical issues, including plagiarism, data manipulation, or conflicts of interest.
• Provide authors with constructive guidance to improve their manuscripts.
• Maintain transparency and fairness in editorial decision-making.

2. Peer Review Workflow

The JPCB peer review process involves several key stages:

Step 1: Initial Editorial Screening

• All submitted manuscripts undergo a preliminary check by the editorial team.
• Manuscripts are evaluated for adherence to journal guidelines, alignment with scope, and originality.
• Ethical compliance, including proper approvals for human and animal studies, is verified.

Step 2: Reviewer Selection

• Manuscripts passing the initial screening are assigned to 2–3 expert reviewers.
• Reviewers are chosen based on their expertise, availability, and independence from conflicts of interest.

Step 3: Double-Blind Review

• Reviewers assess the manuscript without knowledge of the authors’ identities.
• Reviewers provide detailed feedback, evaluating:
  • Novelty and significance of the research.
  • Appropriateness of experimental design and methodology.
  • Accuracy of results and statistical analyses.
  • Interpretation of findings and conclusions.
  • Quality of presentation, including figures, tables, and references.

Step 4: Reviewer Recommendations

• Reviewers submit their recommendations to the editorial office, typically classified as:
  • Accept without revision
  • Minor revision
  • Major revision
  • Reject

Step 5: Editorial Decision

• The handling editor reviews the recommendations and comments from all reviewers.
• The editor makes the final decision, ensuring consistency, fairness, and adherence to journal standards.
• Authors are informed of the decision and provided with detailed feedback for revisions if applicable.

Step 6: Revision and Re-Evaluation

• Authors submit revised manuscripts addressing reviewer comments.
• Revised manuscripts may be re-evaluated by the original reviewers or the handling editor.
• Once revisions meet the required standards, the manuscript is accepted for publication.

3. Timeliness and Responsiveness

• Reviewers are encouraged to submit their evaluations within the stipulated timeframe to ensure efficient processing.
• Authors are expected to respond to revision requests promptly.
• The journal strives to maintain a transparent timeline while upholding rigorous review standards.

4. Ethical Considerations in Peer Review

• Confidentiality: Reviewers and editors must maintain strict confidentiality regarding manuscript content.
• Conflict of Interest: Reviewers and editors must declare any conflicts that could bias their evaluation.
• Integrity: The process is guided by COPE and ICMJE guidelines to prevent plagiarism, data manipulation, and unethical conduct.

5. Benefits of the JPCB Peer Review Process

• High-Quality Publications: Ensures that published articles are scientifically robust, ethically sound, and impactful.
• Constructive Feedback: Authors receive actionable insights to improve clarity, methodology, and interpretation.
• Global Collaboration: Promotes interaction between researchers, reviewers, and editors worldwide.
• Transparency: Clear communication of editorial decisions and reviewer feedback fosters trust in the publication process.

6. Contact for Peer Review Support

For questions or assistance related to the peer review process, reviewers and authors may contact:

Email: editor.jpcb@sciconxjournals.com

JPCB is dedicated to a fair, transparent, and constructive peer review process, ensuring that all published research advances the frontiers of pharmaceutical chemistry and biopharmaceutics while maintaining the highest ethical and scientific standards.