Editor Resources

Tools and guidance for JAPST editors.

Core resources

Editors have access to guidelines, templates, and policy references that support consistent decision making and ethical review. These resources ensure consistent decisions across sections and special issues.

Available materials

• Editorial policies and ethics guidance.
• Reviewer guidelines and evaluation checklists.
• Decision letter templates for consistent communication.
• Special issue coordination guidance.

Resources are updated as policies evolve. Editors can request additional templates or checklists for specialized studies.

Best practice reminders

Editors should document decision rationale, maintain confidentiality, and use consistent criteria when evaluating submissions. This ensures consistency across the journal. Timely communication improves author experience and review efficiency. Timely reviews support author satisfaction.

Support from the editorial office

The editorial office supports reviewer selection, workflow questions, and policy interpretation. Editors can request assistance for complex ethical cases or conflicts of interest. The office coordinates reviewer invitations, reminders, and decision tracking to reduce administrative burden. Complex cases can be escalated to senior editors.

Training and onboarding

New editors can request onboarding sessions covering reviewer selection, ethics screening, and decision workflows. Training is available on demand.

Need a resource or template?

Email the editorial office and we will provide the latest materials.