Review Process Policy

Publication of articles in Jurnal Ilmu-ilmu Perikanan dan Budidaya Perairan, published by Universitas PGRI Palembang, depends on their scientific validity and coherence, as assessed by the editors and peer reviewers. They also evaluate whether the manuscript is clearly written and represents a valuable contribution to the field. Jurnal Ilmu-ilmu Perikanan dan Budidaya Perairan acknowledges and appreciates the efforts and suggestions provided by its reviewers.

Initial Evaluation of Manuscripts

The editor will first evaluate all submitted manuscripts. Although rare, an exceptional manuscript may be accepted at this stage. Manuscripts may be rejected at this stage if they lack sufficient originality, contain serious scientific flaws, or fall outside the aims and scope of Jurnal Ilmu-ilmu Perikanan dan Budidaya Perairan. Manuscripts that meet the minimum criteria will be forwarded to experts for peer review.

Type of Peer Review

All submitted manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer review process conducted by qualified reviewers in the relevant fields. Reviewers are asked to evaluate whether the manuscript is scientifically sound and coherent, whether it duplicates previously published work, and whether it is sufficiently clear for publication.

Review Reports

Reviewers are asked to evaluate whether the manuscript:

  • Demonstrates originality by clearly stating its objectives and identifying research gaps.

  • Is methodologically sound.

  • Follows appropriate ethical guidelines.

  • Presents results and findings that support its conclusions.

  • Correctly references relevant previous work.

Reviewers are not expected to correct or copyedit manuscripts. Language editing is not part of the peer-review process.

Decision

Reviewers provide recommendations to the editor, who is responsible for the final decision to accept or reject a manuscript. The editors make decisions based on the reviewers' reports and, where necessary, may consult members of the Editorial Board.

The possible editorial decisions are:

  • Rejected

  • Major Revision Required

  • Minor Revision Required

  • Accepted

Becoming a Reviewer

Researchers who are not currently reviewers for Jurnal Ilmu-ilmu Perikanan dan Budidaya Perairan but wish to be considered for the journal's reviewer list may contact the editorial team through the journal's official communication channels.

Reviewers contribute to maintaining the scientific quality of the journal by evaluating manuscripts in their areas of expertise. Their contributions are appreciated as part of the journal's commitment to responsible scholarly publishing.