About the Editoral Team

  1. Advisory Editors
  • Role: Provide strategic advice and general guidance on editorial policies and the direction of the publication.
  • Focus: Usually less involved in day-to-day operations but offer valuable insights based on their expertise and experience.
  • Who are they? Typically senior figures, experts, or highly respected academics in the field.
  1. Editor-in-Chief
  • Role: Holds full responsibility for the content, quality, and overall direction of the publication.
  • Duties:
    • Oversees the editorial process.
    • Makes the final decision on the acceptance or rejection of articles.
    • Ensures the publication remains relevant and high-quality.
  • Who are they? The highest-ranking leader in the editorial hierarchy.
  1. Co-Editors
  • Role: Work alongside the Editor-in-Chief to assist in managing the publication.
  • Duties: Help in decision-making, handling specific editorial tasks, or focusing on particular areas of the journal.
  • Focus: Often specialized in specific topics or sections within the publication.
  1. Managing Editors
  • Role: Manage the day-to-day operations of the editorial process.
  • Duties:
    • Coordinate the workflow of editorial tasks.
    • Communicate with authors, editors, and reviewers.
    • Ensure deadlines are met.
    • Handle logistics and administrative duties.
  • Focus: Efficiency and smooth functioning of the editorial process.
  1. Associate Editors
  • Role: Lead the review process for articles in specific areas of expertise.
  • Duties:
    • Coordinate peer reviews.
    • Recommend whether an article should be accepted or rejected.
  • Focus: Specific topics or subjects that align with their expertise.
  1. Editorial Board Members
  • Role: Act as part of the editorial team, providing periodic support and input.
  • Duties:
    • Review articles.
    • Offer feedback on editorial policies.
    • Enhance the journal’s reputation with their credibility.
  • Who are they? Experts from various institutions and fields who help maintain the publication's quality.

Summary of the Hierarchy

  1. Strategic: Advisory Editors → Provide strategic advice.
  2. Leadership: Editor-in-Chief → Responsible for overall decisions.
  3. Collaborative: Co-Editors → Support the Editor-in-Chief.
  4. Operational: Managing Editors → Oversee workflow and logistics.
  5. Technical: Associate Editors → Focus on specific fields or topics.

Supportive: Editorial Board Members → Maintain and support quality