Peer Review Policies

Peer Review Policy

Multidisciplinary Journal for Applied Research in Engineering and Technology (MJARET)
Published by MRL Publishing House

1. Overview

MJARET follows a rigorous double-blind peer review process to ensure the academic quality and integrity of all published manuscripts. All submitted articles are evaluated objectively, confidentially, and without bias.

2. Double-Blind Review

In the double-blind peer review system used by MJARET:

  • Reviewers do not know the identities of the authors
  • Authors do not know the identities of the reviewers

This process helps maintain objectivity and fairness in evaluations.

3. Reviewer Selection

Manuscripts are reviewed by at least two independent experts in the relevant field. Reviewers are selected based on subject expertise, prior publication history, and reviewer performance.

4. Reviewer Responsibilities

Reviewers are expected to:

  • Provide constructive, clear, and unbiased feedback
  • Evaluate the manuscript’s originality, relevance, methodology, and scientific contribution
  • Maintain confidentiality and not use any content prior to publication
  • Declare any potential conflicts of interest

5. Editorial Decision

Based on reviewer comments and recommendations, the Editor-in-Chief or assigned Associate Editor makes one of the following decisions:

  • Accept without revision
  • Accept with minor revisions
  • Revise and resubmit (major revisions)
  • Reject

In case of conflicting reviews, a third reviewer may be consulted, or the final decision rests with the editorial board.

6. Turnaround Time

The typical review timeline is 2 to 3 weeks. Authors will be notified promptly if delays occur.

7. Appeals and Reconsideration

Authors may appeal editorial decisions by submitting a formal request with justification. Appeals are reviewed by an independent editorial panel, and decisions are final.

8. Ethical Review

MJARET adheres to the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Any allegations of misconduct are investigated in accordance with COPE standards.

9. Confidentiality

All submitted manuscripts and peer reviews are treated as confidential documents. Reviewers are instructed not to discuss or share content with unauthorized parties.

10. Reviewer Acknowledgment

MJARET values the contributions of peer reviewers and acknowledges their service with formal certificates upon request.