Editor Resources & Tools
Essential resources to support your editorial work
Welcome, Editors!
This page provides you with essential tools, templates, guidelines, and resources to support your editorial responsibilities. Whether you're a new editor or an experienced member of our board, these resources will help you maintain the highest standards of scientific integrity and editorial excellence.
Quick Access Resources
Editors Guidelines
Comprehensive guide to editorial responsibilities, workflow, and best practices
Editorial System
Access the manuscript management system for reviewing and tracking submissions
COPE Guidelines
Committee on Publication Ethics resources and flowcharts for ethical issues
Request Certificate
Request your official Editor Certificate after handling 5+ manuscripts
Editorial Decision Templates
✅ Accept Decision Template
Subject: Manuscript [ID] - Accepted for Publication
Dear Dr. [Author Name],
I am pleased to inform you that your manuscript titled "[Title]" has been accepted for publication in the Journal of Public Health International.
The reviewers and I found your work to be of high quality and a valuable contribution to the field. Your manuscript will now proceed to copyediting and production.
Next Steps:
- You will receive proofs for review within 2-3 weeks
- Please review and return proofs within 48 hours
- Your article will be published online shortly after proof approval
Congratulations on this achievement!
? Minor Revisions Template
Subject: Manuscript [ID] - Minor Revisions Required
Dear Dr. [Author Name],
Thank you for submitting your manuscript "[Title]" to the Journal of Public Health International. After careful review, I am pleased to inform you that your manuscript shows promise and requires minor revisions before acceptance.
Key Strengths:
- [List 2-3 strengths identified by reviewers]
Required Revisions:
- [List specific revisions needed]
- Please address all reviewer comments in a point-by-point response letter
Deadline: Please submit your revised manuscript within 3 weeks.
We look forward to receiving your revised submission.
? Major Revisions Template
Subject: Manuscript [ID] - Major Revisions Required
Dear Dr. [Author Name],
Your manuscript "[Title]" has been reviewed, and while the topic is of interest, major revisions are required before it can be reconsidered for publication.
Major Concerns:
- [List primary methodological or analytical issues]
- [Specify what additional analyses or data are needed]
Requirements for Resubmission:
- Address all reviewer comments comprehensively
- Provide a detailed point-by-point response letter
- Highlight all changes in the revised manuscript
Deadline: 6 weeks from this notice. The revised manuscript will undergo another round of peer review.
Please contact us if you have questions about the required revisions.
❌ Reject Decision Template
Subject: Manuscript [ID] - Decision on Submission
Dear Dr. [Author Name],
Thank you for submitting your manuscript "[Title]" to the Journal of Public Health International. After careful consideration, I regret to inform you that we are unable to accept your manuscript for publication.
Reasons for Decision:
- [Provide specific, constructive feedback]
- [Explain why the manuscript doesn't meet publication standards]
Suggestions for Improvement:
- [Offer constructive guidance for strengthening the work]
We appreciate your interest in our journal and wish you success in publishing this work elsewhere.
Key Resources & Links
? Publication Ethics
? Research Integrity
Evaluation Checklist for Editors
Initial Desk Review Checklist
- ☐ Manuscript falls within journal scope
- ☐ Appropriate article type selected
- ☐ Abstract is structured and complete
- ☐ Word count within limits
- ☐ References properly formatted
- ☐ Ethics approval documented (if applicable)
- ☐ Plagiarism check completed (< 15% similarity)
- ☐ All required sections present
- ☐ Figures and tables properly labeled
- ☐ Author affiliations and ORCID provided
Scientific Quality Assessment
- ☐ Research question clearly stated
- ☐ Methodology appropriate and rigorous
- ☐ Sample size adequate and justified
- ☐ Statistical analysis appropriate
- ☐ Results clearly presented
- ☐ Discussion addresses limitations
- ☐ Conclusions supported by data
- ☐ Novel contribution to the field
- ☐ References current and relevant
- ☐ Writing clear and professional
Ethical Considerations
- ☐ IRB/Ethics approval obtained
- ☐ Informed consent documented
- ☐ Conflicts of interest declared
- ☐ Funding sources disclosed
- ☐ Author contributions specified
- ☐ Data availability statement included
- ☐ No evidence of plagiarism or duplication
- ☐ Proper attribution of prior work
- ☐ Vulnerable populations protected
- ☐ Animal welfare standards met (if applicable)
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