This journal uses Editorial Manager for online submission and peer review. Editorial Manager is the “leading, cloud-based manuscript submission and peer-review tracking system for scholarly journals, reference works, books and other publications”. Further information on Editorial Manager can be found here, and queries can be directed to Pete Bridge.
Peer review is the foundation of quality in research for both books and journals, ensuring that published research is rigorous and ethical. Peer reviewers can access a number of resources to assist them with their peer reviewing duties:
- How to peer review journal articles: a practical introduction to conducting peer reviews, especially for those who are new to the process
- Ethics in peer review
- Online peer review systems, and how to anonymously annotate manuscripts
- Peer review FAQs
The journal administrator is also happy to help with any queries regarding undertaking peer review assignments. Please contact the Editorial Office with any questions.
In this video, our Editor-in-Chief offers practical advice for reviewers to help maintain the high quality of submissions to JRP. It covers key aspects of the peer review process, from evaluating the research to providing constructive feedback. Your role as a reviewer is critical to the success of our journal, and we hope this resource enhances your experience and effectiveness in the process.