Open Access & Peer-Reviewed
Submit ManuscriptReviewers play a critical role in maintaining IJCP quality. These guidelines outline expectations for timely, objective, and constructive reviews.
Reviews should focus on methodological rigor, clarity of reporting, and relevance to chemotherapy research and clinical care.
Thoughtful reviewer input improves manuscript quality and strengthens the evidence base for oncology practice.
Reviewers should evaluate study design, statistical rigor, and clarity of conclusions. Feedback should be specific, respectful, and aimed at improving manuscript quality.
If ethical or integrity concerns are identified, reviewers should confidentially inform the editorial office.
Constructive reviews help authors improve clarity and strengthen the clinical value of their findings.
Comment on originality, methodology, and whether conclusions are supported by the data. Prioritize major issues first, then note secondary improvements.
Reviewers should avoid sharing manuscripts and should decline invitations when conflicts or time constraints prevent timely review.
Note whether abstracts and conclusions accurately reflect the data and suggest clarity improvements.
Provide recommendations on whether data and methods are sufficient for replication.
Please be concise when possible.
Decline reviews when conflicts may affect objectivity.
Flag concerns about consent, data integrity, or plagiarism.
Evaluate methods, validity, and interpretation.
Check whether findings are presented clearly.
Confirm approvals and consent where required.
Check that data and conclusions align without overstatement.
Provide specific suggestions that help authors improve the manuscript.
Maintain strict confidentiality of manuscript content and review comments.
Timely reviews support efficient publication decisions.
Organize comments by major and minor issues.
Tie recommendations to data and methodology.
Provide respectful, constructive critique.
Do not share manuscripts or review details.
Contact the editorial office for guidance on review expectations.
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