Editorial Workflow

At Apex Academia Press, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity and quality in every article published. Our peer review process ensures that only the most rigorous, original, and impactful research is disseminated through our journals. Below is an overview of our comprehensive editorial workflow, emphasizing transparency, fairness, and efficiency.

1

Initial Submission

Submission Acknowledgment: Authors receive confirmation that their manuscript has been received.

Preliminary Evaluation: The editorial team checks if the manuscript aligns with the journal's scope and meets formatting and content guidelines.

2

Plagiarism Check

Plagiarism Threshold: Manuscripts with over 20% similarity are not considered for publication. Authors may be asked to revise and resubmit.

Revised Submission: Authors make necessary changes to ensure originality if significant similarities are detected.

3

Assignment to Editor

Evaluate Manuscript Fit: Editors ensure the manuscript aligns with the journal's scope and assess its overall quality.

Decision on Review Process: Manuscripts meeting the criteria proceed to peer review; others may be returned for revision or rejected.

4

Selection of Peer Reviewers

Two or more independent experts are selected to review the manuscript.

Double-Blind Review: Authors and reviewers remain anonymous to maintain impartiality.

Reviewer Invitation: Reviewers assess quality, originality, clarity, methodology, and contribution.

5

Peer Review Process

Reviewers examine:

  • Originality and novelty of the research
  • Research methodology and data analysis
  • Clarity, structure, and organization
  • Literature review and grounding in relevant research
  • Ethical compliance
  • Detailed review reports with constructive feedback
6

Editorial Decision

Editors decide to:

  • Accept Submission: For manuscripts meeting standards, with or without minor revisions.
  • Revise and Resubmit: Authors revise based on reviewer feedback; may undergo second evaluation.
  • Reject Submission: Manuscripts not meeting standards are rejected with constructive feedback.
7

Final Acceptance and Proofreading

Copyediting and Proofreading: Professional editing ensures adherence to journal formatting and style.

Author Approval: Authors review the final version before publication.

8

Publication

Articles are scheduled for online publication under open access.

Online First: Articles may appear online ahead of the print version for increased visibility.

Print and Digital Formats: Articles are published in the next journal issue and remain accessible online.

9

Post-Publication

Post-Publication Review: Authors may respond to additional feedback or questions.

Citations and Impact: Authors are encouraged to promote their work through academic networks and social media to enhance visibility.

Commitment to Quality and Integrity

We support authors in promoting their research and increasing the visibility and impact of their published articles.

For further questions about the peer review process, contact the editorial team at ijghmi@apexacademiapress.com