PEER REVIEW PROCESS

At UKR Publisher – Universal Knowledge Research Publisher, we follow a rigorous and transparent double-blind peer-review process to ensure the quality, originality, and integrity of published research. Our peer review system maintains high academic standards while providing constructive feedback to authors.

1. Submission and Initial Screening

• Upon submission, the manuscript undergoes an initial evaluation by the editorial team to check for compliance with journal guidelines, plagiarism, and overall suitability.
• Manuscripts that do not meet formatting or ethical standards may be returned to the authors for revision or rejected.

2. Double-Blind Peer Review

• Eligible manuscripts are sent to two or more independent reviewers with expertise in the relevant field.
• The double-blind review process ensures anonymity:
  • Authors do not know the identities of reviewers.
  • Reviewers do not know the identities of authors.
• Reviewers evaluate the manuscript based on originality, methodology, significance, clarity, and adherence to ethical standards.

3. Reviewer Recommendations

After a thorough assessment, reviewers provide one of the following recommendations:

• Accept as it is – The manuscript is ready for publication.
• Minor Revisions Required – The manuscript is accepted with small improvements.
• Major Revisions Required – The manuscript requires substantial changes before reconsideration.
• Reject – The manuscript does not meet publication standards.

4. Revision and Resubmission

• If revisions are required, authors must address all reviewer comments and submit a revised manuscript within the given timeframe.
• The revised manuscript may be re-evaluated by the same reviewers to ensure that concerns have been addressed.

5. Editorial Decision

• The editorial board makes the final decision based on reviewer feedback.
• If accepted, the manuscript moves to proofreading and production.
• If rejected, authors are notified with constructive feedback.

6. Proofreading and Publication

• Accepted manuscripts undergo final proofreading to correct typographical or formatting errors.
• The article is then published online in the respective journal issue.

7. Ethical Considerations

• Reviewers must disclose any conflicts of interest and maintain confidentiality.
• Plagiarism, data fabrication, and unethical research practices are strictly prohibited.
• Any ethical concerns raised during the review process are thoroughly investigated.

Our double-blind peer-review process ensures the credibility, fairness, and scholarly excellence of all published research.