Peer Review Policy

  1. Overview

Fnon Al-Rafidayn Journal adopts a rigorous peer review process to ensure the quality, integrity, and academic value of published research. All submitted manuscripts undergo a structured evaluation process in line with international publishing standards.

  1. Type of Peer Review

The journal follows a double-blind peer review system, where both authors and reviewers remain anonymous to ensure fairness and objectivity.

  1. Initial Screening

All submissions are first evaluated by the editorial team to ensure:

  • Relevance to the journal’s scope
  • Compliance with submission guidelines
  • Basic academic quality

Manuscripts that do not meet these criteria may be rejected without external review.

  1. Reviewer Assignment

Each manuscript is reviewed by at least two independent reviewers with expertise in the relevant field.
In special cases, a third reviewer may be assigned.

  1. Review Process

Reviewers are asked to evaluate the manuscript based on:

  • Originality and contribution to knowledge
  • Methodological rigor
  • Clarity of presentation
  • Validity of results and conclusions
  • Ethical compliance
  1. Review Timeline

The review process typically takes 3–4 weeks, depending on reviewer availability and responsiveness.

  1. Editorial Decision

Based on reviewers’ reports, the editorial board makes one of the following decisions:

  • Accept
  • Minor Revision
  • Major Revision
  • Reject

The final decision rests with the editorial board.

  1. Confidentiality

All manuscripts are treated as confidential documents. Reviewers must not share or use any part of the manuscript for personal purposes.

  1. Ethical Considerations

The journal adheres to the principles of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).
Reviewers are expected to report any suspected plagiarism or unethical conduct.

  1. Plagiarism Screening

All manuscripts are screened using iThenticate prior to peer review to ensure originality.