Peer Review Process

All manuscripts submitted to ETDC undergo a double blind peer review by at least two independent expert reviewers.

Review Type	: Double Blind Peer Review
Minimum Reviewers	: 2 reviewers per manuscript
Review Stages	: Two stages (editorial screening, then expert review)
Plagiarism Check	: Applied to every manuscript before review
Estimated Duration	: 6 to 12 weeks depending on reviewer response
Decision Authority	: Editor in Chief and assigned section editor

The editor in chief assigns each manuscript to the managing editor or section editors. The managing editor invites at least two qualified scientists to review the manuscript. All manuscripts are subject to double blind peer review, where both reviewer and author identities are concealed throughout the process. ETDC only publishes articles that have been reviewed and approved by qualified researchers with expertise in the relevant field.

ETDC applies a two stage process. After the technical check, the submission is first reviewed by the editorial team for publication suitability. If suitable, it is then assigned to an editor who handles the review and decision process. The assigned editor identifies and contacts two reviewers who are acknowledged experts in the field. Because peer review is a voluntary service, the process may take time, and the editor sends regular reminders when reviewers do not reply promptly. During this stage, the manuscript status appears as Under Review, and changes to Required Reviews Complete once the minimum number of expert reviews has been received.

The editor on duty may also decide that a manuscript does not meet the journal criteria or scope and should not be considered further. In this case, the editor notifies the author that the manuscript has been rejected and may recommend a more suitable journal. Editors retain the option of seeking additional reviews when needed.

Review Workflow

Manuscript Submission

Author submits the manuscript through the OJS portal.

Technical and Editorial Check

Managing editor and editors check scope, format, and ethical compliance.

Plagiarism Screening and Editorial Decision

A plagiarism check is applied. The editor may directly accept, reject, or assign to reviewers.

Reviewer Assessment

At least two expert reviewers evaluate the manuscript under double blind conditions.

Editorial Notification

Editor notifies the author of acceptance, revision request, or rejection based on reviewer comments.

Revision and Resubmission

Author revises the manuscript and resubmits within the stipulated time.

Final Acceptance

When reviewers are satisfied with the revision, the editor issues acceptance notification.

Galley Proof and Publication

Author reviews the galley proof, and the article is published in the assigned issue.

Steps 1 to 5 are considered one round of the peer review process.

Editorial Decision Types

Accepted as is	: The journal publishes the paper in its original form.
Accepted with minor revisions	: The author makes small corrections within the stipulated time.
Accepted with major revisions	: The author makes the changes suggested by reviewers or editors.
Resubmit	: Conditional rejection. The paper is reconsidered after major changes.
Rejected	: Outright rejection. The paper is not published or reconsidered.