Reviewers Guidelines

Pi International Journal of Mathematical Sciences relies on the expertise and dedication of its reviewers to maintain the quality and integrity of published research. Reviewers are expected to adhere to the following guidelines when evaluating manuscripts:

  1. Confidentiality
  • Treat all manuscripts as confidential documents.
  • Do not share, discuss, or disclose any part of the manuscript with others outside the review process.
  1. Objectivity and Constructive Feedback
  • Provide fair, unbiased, and constructive feedback to help authors improve their work.
  • Criticisms should be specific and supported by clear arguments.
  • Avoid personal comments or derogatory remarks.
  1. Timeliness
  • Complete reviews within the agreed timeframe.
  • If you are unable to review or need more time, promptly inform the editorial office.
  1. Conflict of Interest
  • Disclose any potential conflicts of interest (financial, institutional, personal, or professional) that may affect your impartiality.
  • If a conflict exists, decline the review.
  1. Evaluation Criteria
  • Assess the originality, significance, and relevance of the research.
  • Evaluate the clarity, accuracy, and validity of the methodology and data.
  • Check if the conclusions are supported by the results.
  • Ensure proper citation of previous work and identify any potential plagiarism.
  1. Ethical Considerations
  • Report any ethical concerns, such as plagiarism, data fabrication, or duplicate publication, to the editorial office.
  1. Recommendation
  • Provide a clear recommendation: Accept, Minor Revision, Major Revision, or Reject.
  • Justify your recommendation with detailed comments.
  1. Anonymity
  • The review process is typically double-blind; do not attempt to discover the authors’ identities or reveal your own.
  1. Communication
  • Direct all communications regarding the manuscript to the editorial office, not to the authors.

By following these guidelines, reviewers contribute to the advancement of mathematical sciences and uphold the standards of Pi International Journal of Mathematical Sciences.