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

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

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

Editorial Decision Types