Peer Review Policy

1. Introduction

"Al-Bahth" (The Research) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of scholarly excellence. This policy outlines the peer review process for all manuscripts submitted to the journal. The peer review process ensures the quality, originality, and significance of published research.

2. Peer Review Process

• Initial Screening: The Editor-in-Chief or designated editors conduct an initial screening of all submissions to assess their suitability for the journal's scope and format. Manuscripts that do not meet the basic criteria are promptly returned to the authors with a brief explanation.
• Double-Blind Review: Qualified reviewers are selected based on their expertise in the relevant field. A double-blind review process is employed, where the identities of both the authors and reviewers are kept anonymous. This ensures objectivity and minimizes bias.
• Review Criteria: Reviewers are provided with a standardized review form to assess manuscripts based on the following criteria:
  • Originality and significance of the research question
  • Soundness of the research methodology
  • Accuracy and completeness of data analysis
  • Clarity and coherence of presentation
  • Adherence to academic standards and ethical guidelines
  • Contribution to the existing body of knowledge
• Reviewer Selection: Reviewers are chosen based on their:
  • Expertise in the specific research area
  • Publication record in relevant peer-reviewed journals
  • Absence of any conflict of interest with the authors or the research topic
• Decision-Making: The Editor-in-Chief makes the final decision on manuscript acceptance, rejection, or revision based on the reviewers' reports and their own judgment. Authors receive detailed feedback from the reviewers, which can guide them in revising their manuscripts.
• Revision and Re-review: Authors have the opportunity to revise their manuscripts based on the reviewers' comments. Revised manuscripts may undergo further review by the original reviewers or new reviewers at the Editor-in-Chief's discretion.
• Confidentiality: All reviewers are expected to maintain the confidentiality of the manuscript content throughout the review process.

3. Ethical Considerations

"Al-Bahth" adheres to the highest ethical standards in scholarly publishing. Reviewers are expected to disclose any potential conflicts of interest with the authors or the research topic. Plagiarism, data fabrication, and other forms of academic misconduct are strictly prohibited. The journal follows the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidelines for handling allegations of misconduct.

4. Transparency

"Al-Bahth" aims to be transparent in its peer review process. We encourage authors to consult the journal's Author Guidelines for detailed information about manuscript submission, formatting, and the review process.

5. Continuous Improvement

"Al-Bahth" is committed to continuous improvement of its peer review process. We welcome feedback from authors and reviewers to ensure the quality and effectiveness of our procedures.