Peer Review Process

⚡ Quick Summary: JSBMM uses a double-blind peer review process, meaning:

Reviewers don't know the identity of authors
Authors don't know the identity of reviewers

This ensures objective and unbiased evaluation based solely on scientific merit.

Review Flowchart

1 Author Submission
Author submits manuscript via the online submission system.
2 Initial Check 2-3 days
Editorial office checks files, format, and performs plagiarism screening.

❌ If fails: Returned to author for correction
3 Editor Assessment 5-7 days
Editor checks if manuscript fits journal scope and has basic quality.

❌ Desk Reject: If out of scope or poor quality
4 Peer Review 2-4 weeks
Minimum 2 expert reviewers evaluate the manuscript anonymously.
- Reviewers provide comments and recommendations
- Double-blind: identities are hidden
5 Editor Decision 1 week
Editor makes decision based on reviewer comments.

✅ Accept Minor Revision Major Revision ❌ Reject
6 Author Revision 2-4 weeks
If revision requested, author revises manuscript and resubmits with a response letter addressing reviewer comments.

Response letter required: Point-by-point response to all reviewer comments
7 Final Decision & Production 2-4 weeks
Accepted manuscripts proceed to copyediting, typesetting, proofreading, and publication.

⏱️ Total from submission to first decision: 4-8 weeks (average)

⏱️ Review Timeline

Stage	What Happens?	Typical Time
1. Submission	Author submits manuscript via online system	Day 0
2. Initial Check	Editorial office checks files, format, and plagiarism	2-3 days
3. Editor Assessment	Editor checks if manuscript fits journal scope and has basic quality	5-7 days
4. Peer Review	Minimum 2 expert reviewers evaluate the manuscript	2-4 weeks
5. Editor Decision	Editor makes decision based on reviewer comments	1 week
6. Author Revision	Author revises manuscript and resubmits	2-4 weeks
7. Final Decision	Editor checks revision and makes final decision	1 week
8. Production	Copyediting, typesetting, and publication	2-4 weeks

Decision Categories

✅ Accept

Manuscript is accepted as is or with minor editorial changes. No further review needed.

Minor Revision

Small changes required (clarifications, formatting). Authors get 14 days. May be reviewed by editor only.

Major Revision

Substantial changes required (new analyses, major rewriting). Authors get 30 days. Usually sent back to reviewers.

❌ Reject

Manuscript is not suitable for publication. Decision is final.

Reviewer Criteria

Reviewers are selected based on:

Expertise: Knowledge in the specific topic area
Publication record: Active researchers in the field
Diversity: We strive for geographic and institutional diversity
Availability: Willingness to provide timely reviews

Evaluation Criteria

Reviewers evaluate manuscripts based on:

Originality: Is the work new and significant?
Methodology: Are mathematical models appropriate?
Data Analysis: Are data presented accurately?
Clarity: Is the manuscript well-written?
Literature: Does it cite relevant prior work?

Key Policies

Double-Blind Review

Author names and affiliations are removed from manuscripts sent to reviewers.

Confidentiality

Reviewers must keep manuscripts confidential and not share or use unpublished data.

Conflicts of Interest

Reviewers with conflicts must decline to review.

Plagiarism Check

All manuscripts screened with plagiarism detection software (max 20% similarity).

Appeals

Decision appeals within 30 days to admin@gammabeta.id

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Contact Information

Editorial Office
Journal of Systems Biology and Mathematical Modeling (JSBMM)
PT. Gammabeta Edu and Tech, Ambon, Indonesia

Email: admin@gammabeta.id
Website: https://gammabeta.id/ojs/index.php/jsbmm