Peer Review Process
GRASP journals utilise a rigorous double-blind peer review process. Both the authors' and reviewers' identities are concealed throughout the review to minimise bias and ensure fair evaluation based solely on scholarly merit.
Submission
Author submits manuscript via the online portal. All author-identifying information is removed for review.
Editorial Screening
The editor checks for scope, completeness, formatting, and basic quality. Out-of-scope or incomplete manuscripts are desk-rejected within 3–5 days.
Reviewer Assignment
The handling editor invites 2–3 experts in the manuscript's field. Reviewers are selected for their expertise and absence of conflicts of interest.
Peer Review
Reviewers evaluate the manuscript on originality, methodology, clarity, significance, and ethics. Typical review period: 3–6 weeks.
Decision
Based on reviewer reports, the editor issues a decision: Accept, Minor Revision, Major Revision, or Reject.
Revision
If revisions are requested, the author resubmits with a point-by-point response. The revised manuscript may undergo a second round of review.
Publication
Accepted articles are typeset, assigned a DOI, and published in the current issue within 1–2 weeks.
Review Criteria
Reviewers assess manuscripts on the following criteria:
- Originality — Does the work present novel findings or ideas?
- Methodology — Is the research design sound and reproducible?
- Significance — Does it contribute meaningfully to the field?
- Clarity — Is the manuscript well-written and logically structured?
- Ethics — Does it comply with ethical standards for research?
- References — Is the literature review adequate and current?
Timelines
| Stage | Typical Duration |
|---|---|
| Initial screening | 3–5 business days |
| Peer review | 3–6 weeks |
| Author revision | 2–4 weeks |
| Second review (if needed) | 2–3 weeks |
| Publication after acceptance | 1–2 weeks |
Appeals
Authors who wish to appeal a rejection decision may submit a written appeal to the editor-in-chief within 30 days of the decision. The appeal should provide specific reasons and evidence supporting reconsideration. Appeals are reviewed by the editorial board and a final, binding decision is communicated.