The group of experts within a specific field, typically comprised of academics, researchers, and professionals, responsible for overseeing the content and direction of a scholarly journal. Members of the editorial board are often appointed by the journal’s publisher or editor-in-chief.
The head of the editorial board who holds ultimate responsibility for the journal’s content, editorial policies, and publication decisions.
A member of the editorial board who assists the editor-in-chief in managing the journal’s submissions, peer-review process, and overall editorial operations.
A critical evaluation process wherein submitted manuscripts are reviewed and assessed by experts in the field to ensure quality, validity, and relevance before publication.
The process of categorizing and organizing journal articles in databases or directories based on subject matter, keywords, authors, and other relevant metadata, facilitating easier access and discovery by researchers and scholars.
A measure reflecting the average number of citations received by articles published in a particular journal over a specific time period, often used as an indicator of its influence and prestige within the academic community.
Guidelines and principles established by the editorial board regarding manuscript submission, peer review, ethical standards, conflicts of interest, and other aspects governing the journal’s operations.
Situations where an editorial board member or reviewer’s professional or personal interests could potentially influence their objectivity or decision-making process regarding a submitted manuscript.
A publishing model wherein research articles are freely available online to the public without subscription or paywall barriers, promoting broader dissemination and accessibility of scholarly knowledge.
The formal withdrawal or removal of a published article from a journal’s archive due to identified errors, misconduct, or ethical violations, typically initiated by the editorial board following investigation and deliberation.