Editorial & Reviewer Guidelines

These guidelines outline the roles, responsibilities, and ethical standards for Editorial Board Members and Peer Reviewers of the International Journal of Advanced Pharmaceutical and Healthcare (IJAPH).

Editorial Board Members

• Uphold academic integrity and publication ethics
• Provide strategic direction and policy guidance
• Assign qualified peer reviewers
• Ensure timely and fair editorial decisions
• Manage conflicts of interest transparently

Eligibility — Editorial Members

• Minimum 8 years of academic or research experience
• At least 10 publications in indexed journals
• Demonstrated expertise in relevant discipline
• Commitment to ethical publishing standards

Peer Reviewers

• Evaluate originality, methodology, and significance
• Provide constructive and unbiased feedback
• Maintain strict confidentiality
• Identify ethical issues and plagiarism
• Complete reviews within stipulated timelines

Reviewer Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of research experience
• At least 3 publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Subject-specific expertise
• Professional and ethical conduct

Ethical Responsibilities

• Avoid conflicts of interest
• Respect author confidentiality
• Report suspected misconduct immediately
• Follow COPE and ICMJE recommendations

Guideline Highlights