IJSR FAQ for Associate Editors (AEs)
1. How many reviewers shall be invited?
- It is necessary to secure three reviews for each paper. However, if the AE finds that the two received reviews are sufficient, the AE can recommend a decision to the Editor-In-Chief (EIC), plus AE’s own reading.
- The journal normally suggests that the AE sends the review invitations to 5 reviewers so as to prevent delays and to ensure the quality of the paper.
2. How many days shall be given to the reviewer?
- The reviewers have 30 days to return their review.
3. How do I check the status or history of the paper?
- The AE can log into the Editor Manager (EM) and view the paper’s details, status, and history.
4. What should I do after the reviews are received?
- The AE can log into the EM system and submit his/her recommendation to the EIC.
- AEs are also expected to provide an editorial report to the authors, which include their own assessment of the manuscript in addition to the comments of the reviewers.
5. Are there any guides provided for further information?
- Manuscript submission Flowchart: http://robotics.nus.edu.sg/files/srl/html/SORO flowchart V4.ppt
6. Where can I find general information about the journal?
- On-Line Submission: http://www.editorialmanager.com/soro/
- More information: http://robotics.nus.edu.sg/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&id=53&Itemid=85
7. What are the available publicity materials for the journal?
