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Accept only suitable reviews
Review a manuscript only when it matches your expertise and you can complete the work. Decline promptly if it is outside your field or you cannot provide a careful report.
For reviewers
Reviewer guidelines
Practical guidance for a fair, constructive, and confidential assessment of JCMR submissions.
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Keep the submission confidential
Do not share the manuscript, data, review invitation, or editorial correspondence. Do not upload unpublished material to public AI tools or use it for another purpose.
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Declare conflicts and review fairly
Inform the editor of any personal, professional, or financial conflict. Assess the work objectively, based on its relevance, methods, evidence, originality, and clarity.
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Write a useful report
Give specific, respectful, and actionable comments. Separate essential concerns from suggestions, avoid identifying yourself in comments, and send your recommendation privately to the editor.