Medical Journal of The Islamic Republic of Iran (MJIRI)
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Peer Reviewers Guideline Peer Reviewers Guideline

 | Post date: 2024/04/19 | 
Reviewers’ Considerations for MJIRI Articles
Ethical Considerations
  1. Confidentiality:
    • Treat submitted manuscripts as confidential documents. Do not share or discuss the content with others.
    • Safeguard the authors’ intellectual property by maintaining confidentiality throughout the review process.
  2. Conflict of Interest:
    • Disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may affect your impartiality during the review.
    • Transparency ensures unbiased evaluation.
  3. Timeliness:
    • Review manuscripts promptly and provide constructive feedback within the stipulated time frame.
    • Timely reviews contribute to efficient editorial processes.
  4. Objectivity:
    • Evaluate manuscripts objectively, focusing on scientific merit rather than personal biases.
    • Your assessment should be fair and evidence-based.
Review Process
  1. Initial Assessment:
    • Evaluate the manuscript’s relevance, originality, and adherence to the journal’s scope.
    • Consider whether the research addresses important clinical questions or contributes significantly to medical knowledge.
  2. Methodology and Rigor:
    • Assess the study design, sample size, statistical methods, and data quality.
    • Look for any potential biases or limitations.
  3. Results and Interpretation:
    • Evaluate the clarity and accuracy of the reported results.
    • Consider whether the conclusions are supported by the data.
  4. References and Citations:
    • Check the appropriateness and completeness of the reference list.
    • Ensure proper citation of relevant literature.
  5. Language and Clarity:
    • Pay attention to the clarity of writing, organization, and overall readability.
    • Suggest improvements if needed.
Vancouver Style and APA 6th Edition Formatting
  1. Vancouver Style:
    • The Vancouver Style is commonly used in the biomedical and health sciences fields. It emphasizes numerical citations within the text, which correspond to a numbered list of references at the end of the article.
    • In-text citations are typically represented as superscript numbers, like this.
    • The reference list should be organized numerically, following the order of appearance in the text.
    • When citing journal articles, include the author(s), title of the article, journal name (abbreviated according to the Index Medicus), volume, issue, page range, and publication year.
  2. APA 6th Edition:
    • The American Psychological Association (APA) style is widely used in social sciences, psychology, and education. The 6th edition provides specific guidelines for formatting manuscripts.
    • In-text citations in APA style use the author-date format, such as (Smith, 2010).
    • The reference list includes full details of the sources cited in the text, arranged alphabetically by the author’s last name.
    • For journal articles, the APA format includes the author(s), publication year, article title, journal name (italicized), volume, issue (in parentheses), and page range.
Remember, as a reviewer, your attention to detail ensures that authors’ work aligns with these guidelines