Editorial Management
Last Updated: February 2026
Generally, the functioning of the journal is overseen by the Editors and the Editorial Board Members, who are eminent and competent researchers in the field, and contribute by inviting contributions and proposing expert opinions on the suitability of submissions.
Selection Criteria
The Editorial Board plays an essential role in the progress of the journal. It must be geographically diverse, having members from various regions based on their field of expertise, however, the size of the board may vary from journal to journal.
Appointment Criteria
Roles and Responsibilities of the Editorial Board
The Editorial Board consists of the following important positions, each contributing uniquely to the journal's success and academic integrity.
Honorary Advisors
The Honorary Advisors play an essential role in the progress of the journal. We seek their valuable suggestions for the development of the journals.
Editor-in-Chief (EiC)
The Editor-in-Chief is the leading role of the journal and makes major decisions for developing and promoting the journal. The EiC is greatly involved in all key procedures of publication including:
- Assessing submissions for aims and scope
- Adhering to COPE guidelines
- Approving design and structure
- Establishing the editorial team
- Major decision-making for publication
- Promoting the journal at conferences
- Suggesting themed issues
- Supervising the editorial team
Co-Editor-in-Chief
Assists and facilitates the EiC in peer-reviewing, revision, and finalization of articles, as well as selection of the editorial team and overall development of the journal.
Associate Editors
Assists the EiC in finalizing manuscripts, contributes one thematic issue annually, and solicits hot topics.
Regional Editors
Handles submissions from specific regions, solicits regional thematic issues, and promotes the journal locally.
Section Editors
Responsible for specialized subject sections, soliciting thematic issues in their respective fields.
Guest Issue Editor
Manages special issues around specific themes, coordinating with contributors and promoting visibility.
Executive Guest Editor
Annual Thematic Issues:
Expected to arrange the submission of one full-length thematic issue annually (8 to 10 comprehensive review articles) in hot and emerging fields.
Peer Review:
Required to peer-review articles in their area of expertise 2 to 3 times per year.
Editorial Board Members
A panel of researchers appointed for 2-3 years. Their involvement includes:
- Peer-reviewing submitted manuscripts
- Arranging theme issues
- Inviting potential authors
- Locating peer reviewers
- Promoting the journal
- Suggesting new board members
Associate Editorial Board Members
Young and emerging researchers or scientists at the early stage of their careers. They interaction with experts, submit and solicit articles, and promote the journal in their regions.
Potential Candidates for Membership
Guest editors, previous authors, or peer reviewers recommended by board members can be considered for membership.