How peer review works, how long it takes and what editors and reviewers look for — the process, step by step.
Manuscript submission status codes explained: submitted, with editor, under review, awaiting reviewer scores, decision in process. Editorial Manager and ScholarOne statuses, the confusing bits, and when to email the editor.
Peer ReviewHow is author order decided, who is the corresponding author, what do first and last author mean? Authorship criteria (ICMJE), ghost/gift authorship, and avoiding disputes.
Peer ReviewPeer review step by step: from submission to decision, from desk check to reviewer rounds. Single vs double-blind, typical timelines, and what editors and reviewers look for.
Peer ReviewWhy are papers rejected? The 10 most common reasons at desk-reject and peer-review stages — and how to prevent each one before you submit. A practical prevention guide.