Review Procedure

The review procedure for the Journal of Pulmonary Research and Respiratory Medicine – Open Journal starts with authors submitting their manuscripts online or via email to the journal office, where it receives a unique identification number. An initial screening ensures relevance, scope, and guideline adherence, followed by a plagiarism check. The journal employs a double-blind peer review process, concealing identities to avoid bias. The editor-in-chief or associate editors select expert reviewers who assess the manuscript's scientific merit, originality, and contribution. Reviewers evaluate relevance, methodology, clarity, and accuracy, providing recommendations to accept, revise, or reject the manuscript. The editor-in-chief makes the final decision based on these recommendations, and authors are notified accordingly. Accepted manuscripts undergo formatting and proofreading before publication. The journal adheres to an open access policy, promoting visibility and citation by making articles freely available online. Ethical considerations, including conflict of interest disclosures, are mandatory, ensuring high standards of integrity. This thorough review process ensures the publication of quality research, advancing the field of respiratory medicine.