Instructions for Reviewers

Accept Invitation:

1. Receive email with manuscript title/abstract
2. Login to dashboard
3. Click “Accept” or “Decline”
4. If accepted, click “Submit Review”

Submit Review:

1. Download and read blinded manuscript
2. Score on 6 criteria (1-5)
3. Write comments for author (shared) and editor (confidential)
4. Choose recommendation: Accept / Minor Revision / Major Revision / Reject
5. Submit before deadline (21 days)

Re-Reviews (Revised Manuscripts):

• Receive email: “Re-Review Invitation (Revised Manuscript)”
• See author’s response to your previous review
• Review form shows your previous comments
• Assess if author adequately addressed concerns

If you need to switch from Author to Reviewer, contact the Administrative Editor via hej@newcastle.edu.au