Peer-Review Policy

Peer Review Policy 

1. Introduction The East Journal of Computer Science (EJCS) is committed to upholding the highest standards of academic integrity and scholarly excellence. All submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous peer review process to ensure the publication of high-quality, original research that contributes significantly to the field of engineering.

2. Peer Review Process EJCS follows a double-blind peer review process, meaning that the identities of both the authors and reviewers are kept confidential. This ensures an impartial and unbiased evaluation of submissions.

3. Review Stages

  1. Initial Editorial Assessment: The editorial team conducts a preliminary screening to check for compliance with journal scope, originality, and adherence to submission guidelines. Manuscripts failing to meet basic requirements may be rejected at this stage.

  2. Assignment to Reviewers: Manuscripts passing the initial assessment are assigned to at least two independent experts in the relevant field.

  3. Reviewer Evaluation: Reviewers assess the manuscript based on originality, scientific rigor, clarity, relevance, and contribution to the field. They provide constructive feedback and recommend one of the following actions:

    • Accept without revisions

    • Accept with minor revisions

    • Revise and resubmit (major revisions required)

    • Reject

  4. Author Revisions: If revisions are required, authors must address all reviewer comments and resubmit the revised manuscript within the specified timeframe.

  5. Final Decision: The Editor-in-Chief or an Associate Editor makes the final publication decision based on reviewer recommendations and the revised manuscript.

  6. Copyediting and Publication: Accepted manuscripts undergo copyediting, proofreading, and final formatting before being published online.

4. Reviewer Responsibilities

  • Provide objective, constructive, and timely feedback.

  • Maintain confidentiality and avoid conflicts of interest.

  • Assess the manuscript’s originality, validity, and contribution to the field.

  • Refrain from using any unpublished material for personal research.

5. Ethical Considerations EJCS follows COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines to ensure ethical publishing practices. Plagiarism, data fabrication, and unethical research conduct will result in immediate rejection and possible reporting to relevant authorities.

6. Appeals and Complaints Authors may appeal editorial decisions by providing a detailed justification. Appeals will be reviewed by the editorial board, and a final decision will be communicated to the authors.

7. Publication Timeline The typical peer review process takes 2-4 weeks, depending on reviewer availability and the complexity of revisions.

Plagiarism Policy

At The East Journal of Computer Science, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity and ensuring that all published articles are original and free from plagiarism. Plagiarism is considered a serious breach of research and publication ethics.

Plagiarism Guidelines:

  • The similarity index for submitted articles must be less than 20%.
  • All manuscripts are checked using advanced plagiarism detection software.
  • Authors must ensure that all quotes and references are properly cited according to the journal's guidelines.

Procedures in Case of Plagiarism Detection:

  1. Initial Review: If plagiarism is detected during the initial review, the manuscript will be immediately rejected, and the authors will be informed of the reasons.
  2. Post-Acceptance Detection: If plagiarism is discovered after the article has been accepted or published, the article will be retracted, and appropriate actions will be taken in accordance with academic publishing ethics, including notifying the authors' academic institutions.

We encourage all researchers to adhere to the highest standards of academic integrity and ensure their research contributions are original and advance scientific knowledge.