{"id":1523,"date":"2019-05-07T10:09:38","date_gmt":"2019-05-07T10:09:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ebupress.com\/journal\/ajmbr\/?page_id=1523"},"modified":"2026-03-05T12:55:36","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T12:55:36","slug":"instructions-for-reviewers","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.ebupress.com\/journal\/ajmbr\/instructions-for-reviewers","title":{"rendered":"Instructions for Reviewers"},"content":{"rendered":"

The editors of the Asian Journal of Medical and Biological Research (AJMBR) greatly value the essential role of reviewers in maintaining the scientific quality, credibility, and integrity of the journal. Peer review is the foundation of scholarly publishing, ensuring that published articles meet accepted standards of originality, methodological rigor, ethical compliance, and academic contribution. By accepting an invitation to review, experts contribute significantly to the advancement of knowledge in medical and biological sciences and support the development of high-quality research worldwide.<\/p>\n

Timeliness and Communication<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Reviewers are requested to complete their evaluation within three weeks of accepting the review invitation. Timely reviews are critical to ensuring an efficient editorial process and avoiding unnecessary delays for authors. If a reviewer is unable to meet the deadline, requires additional time, or wishes to decline the invitation, prompt communication with the editorial office of the AJMBR at editor.ebupress@gmail.com<\/a> or editor.ajmbr@ebupress.com<\/a> so that alternative arrangements can be made. All communications regarding the manuscript should remain confidential and be conducted directly through the journal\u2019s editorial office.<\/p>\n

Confidentiality and Ethical Responsibility<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Manuscripts under review are confidential documents. Reviewers must not share, discuss, or disclose any part of the manuscript with others without prior permission from the editors. The content of the manuscript should not be used for personal advantage, research development, or professional benefit before publication. If reviewers identify potential ethical concerns, including plagiarism, data fabrication, data falsification, duplicate publication, or unethical research practices, they should immediately inform the editor with detailed and evidence-based comments.<\/p>\n

Scope and Relevance<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Before conducting a full review, reviewers should confirm that the manuscript aligns with the journal\u2019s stated Aims and Scope<\/a>. If the topic falls outside their area of expertise or outside the journal\u2019s scope, they should decline the invitation promptly to facilitate reassignment.<\/p>\n

Evaluation Criteria<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Reviewers are requested to provide a thorough and balanced assessment of the manuscript, considering the following aspects,<\/p>\n