Reviewer Resources
Everything you need to deliver fair, timely, and constructive reviews for the International Journal of Nutrition (IJN).
Review Template
- Summary: Brief objective, methods, main findings.
- Major Comments: Methodology, statistics, novelty, conclusions.
- Minor Comments: Clarity, formatting, references, language.
- Confidential Notes to Editor (optional): Ethical/priority concerns.
- Recommendation: Accept / Minor Revision / Major Revision / Reject.
Best Practices
Constructive Feedback
- Be specific with actionable suggestions and locations.
- Start with strengths; separate major vs minor issues.
- Be courteous and professional at all times.
Efficient Workflow
- Aim to complete reviews within 14 days.
- Download the PDF; avoid editing author source files.
- Upload comments as a separate document or in the review form.
Ethical Obligations
- Confidentiality: Do not share or reuse manuscript content.
- Conflict of Interest: Decline if personal/financial/competitive interests exist.
- Objectivity: Judge on scientific merit only; avoid bias.
- Originality & Integrity: Report suspected plagiarism, duplication or ethics issues.
- Non‑use of Unpublished Information: Do not use data prior to publication.
Tools & Checklists
Questions or Need Support?
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