Reviewer Terms

Here are the steps in reviewing a manuscript according to the provisions provided:

  1. Using the Comment Feature in MS Word:
  • Open the manuscript to be reviewed in MS Word.
  • Use the “Comments” feature to provide notes, suggestions, and input in certain manuscript parts. This feature can be accessed via the “Review” tab or by right-clicking and selecting “New Comment”.
    1. Review in the Manuscript File:

Ensure all review results (comments, suggestions, corrections) are in the manuscript file. Do not create a separate file for the review results.

  1. Uploading Files in MS Word Format:
  • After completing comments and suggestions, save the file in .doc or .docx format (MS Word).
  • Upload the reviewed file to the system provided.
    1. Aspects Reviewed:

Research Novelty:

  • Evaluate how new and original the research topic is.
  • Consider whether this research makes a new contribution to the field of science.
  • Provide input if any recent literature has not been listed or if there are findings that need to be considered.

Methods Used:

  • Review the clarity and appropriateness of the methods used to achieve the research objectives.
  • Check that the methods are described in sufficient detail to be replicable.
  • Suggest improvements if more appropriate methods are available or steps need clarification.

Utilization of Supporting Data (Tables and Figures):

  • Ensure that tables and figures are relevant and helpful in conveying the data and results of the study.
  • Evaluate the quality and clarity of the presentation of data in tables and figures.
  • Provide input if any data needs to be added or corrected.

Appropriateness of Results and Discussion:

  • Evaluate whether the research results are consistent with the discussion provided.
  • Check whether the author provides an appropriate interpretation of the data obtained.
  • Ensure a logical relationship between the research results and the conclusions drawn.

Other Required Sections:

  • Check other manuscript sections, such as the abstract, introduction, and conclusion, to ensure they fit together well and support the overall research.
  • Evaluate language and writing structure to ensure clarity and readability.

Following these steps, you can provide a comprehensive and helpful review for the scriptwriter by following the established provisions.