Reviewer Instructions
Decipher Ayurveda (Dec. Ayur.)
Thank you for agreeing to serve as a reviewer for the Decipher Ayurveda (Dec. Ayur.). Your expertise and feedback are essential in maintaining the quality and integrity of our journal. Please follow the guidelines below when evaluating a manuscript.
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1. Review Process Overview
Decipher Ayurveda (Dec. Ayur.) follows a double-blind peer review process, meaning that both reviewers and authors remain anonymous throughout the evaluation. As a reviewer, you are expected to:
Assess the manuscript’s originality, quality, and relevance to sustainability and Ayurveda research.
Provide constructive feedback to help authors improve their work.
Ensure ethical standards are upheld, including proper citations and plagiarism checks.
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2. Criteria for Evaluation
When reviewing a manuscript, please consider the following aspects:
2.1 General Quality
✅ Relevance: Does the manuscript align with the scope of Decipher Ayurveda (Dec. Ayur.)?
✅ Originality: Does it provide new insights or advancements in green and sustainable research?
✅ Significance: Are the findings impactful for academia, industry, or policymakers?
2.2 Scientific Rigor
✅ Methodology: Are the research methods appropriate, well-described, and reproducible?
✅ Data Analysis: Are results supported by strong statistical analysis and logical reasoning?
✅ Figures & Tables: Are visuals clear, properly labeled, and necessary for understanding?
2.3 Clarity & Organization
✅ Structure: Is the manuscript well-organized (Title, Abstract, Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion, References)?
✅ Language & Style: Is the paper clear, concise, and free from grammatical errors?
✅ References: Are sources relevant, properly cited, and up-to-date?
2.4 Ethical Compliance
✅ Plagiarism: Ensure originality (similarity index below 15%).
✅ Conflicts of Interest: Report if you notice any ethical concerns.
✅ Data Integrity: Verify that findings are not manipulated or misleading.
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3. Review Submission Guidelines
Confidentiality: Do not share or discuss the manuscript with anyone.
Recommendation Options:
Accept as is
Accept with minor revisions
Major revisions required
Reject (with reasons)
Providing Comments:
General Comments: Summary of your overall impression.
Specific Comments: Detailed, constructive feedback for each section.
Private Comments to Editors (if needed): Confidential remarks for editorial staff.
Timeliness: Complete your review within 2-3 weeks from the invitation date. If you need an extension, please inform the editorial office.
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4. Ethical Guidelines for Reviewers
No Conflicts of Interest: If you have a personal or professional conflict with the authors, notify the editor.
Unbiased Assessment: Review based on scientific merit, not personal beliefs.
No Unauthorized Use: Manuscript content should not be used for personal research or shared.
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5. How to Submit Your Review
Log in to the Decipher Ayurveda (Dec. Ayur.) Review Portal and upload your review report.
Alternatively, email your review to the editorial office.
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6. Contact for Queries
For any questions or issues, please contact:
Editorial Office
📧 Email: [da@innovesenjournals.in]
📞 Phone: [7017272155]
We appreciate your valuable time and contribution to advancing sustainable research!
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Terms and Conditions for Manuscript Publication
By submitting a manuscript, the authors acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.
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Manuscript Format Guidelines
Decipher Ayurveda (Dec. Ayur.)
Authors must follow the format below when submitting their manuscripts to the Decipher Ayurveda (Dec. Ayur.). Submissions that do not adhere to these guidelines may be returned for revision before review.
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1. General Formatting
File Format: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx)
Page Size: A4 (8.27 × 11.69 inches)
Margins: 1-inch (2.54 cm) on all sides
Font: Times New Roman, 12-point
Line Spacing: Double-spaced
Alignment: Justified
Paragraph Indentation: First line of each paragraph should be indented (0.5 inches)
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2. Manuscript Structure
Title Page (First Page)
Title: Concise, specific, and informative (16-point font, bold, centered)
Author(s) Name(s): Full names of all authors (First Name, Middle Initial, Last Name)
Affiliations: Department, Institution, City, Country for each author
Corresponding Author: Name, email, and phone number
Abstract (Second Page)
Word Limit: 250 words
Structure: A summary of the study including:
Background
Methods
Results
Conclusion
Keywords: 3-6 keywords (separated by commas)
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3. Main Text Sections
Introduction
Provide background information and clearly state the research problem.
Define the objectives and the significance of the study.
Materials and Methods
Clearly describe materials, experimental setup, and methodology used.
Ensure sufficient details for reproducibility.
Results and Discussion
Present findings logically with clear explanations.
Use figures and tables to enhance clarity.
Compare results with previous studies and discuss implications.
Conclusion
Summarize key findings.
Highlight the significance of the research and potential applications.
Acknowledgments (if applicable)
Mention funding sources, institutional support, or contributors.
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4. References
Follow APA (7th edition) / Harvard style citation format.
Example:
Smith, J. (2022). Sustainable Energy Solutions. Journal of Environmental Research, 45(2), 123-135.
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5. Figures and Tables
Figures: Numbered sequentially (e.g., Figure 1, Figure 2). Place captions below the figure.
Tables: Numbered sequentially (e.g., Table 1, Table 2). Place titles above the table.
Format: High-resolution (300 dpi) images in JPEG or PNG format.
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6. Equations (If Applicable)
Use Microsoft Equation Editor or LaTeX for equations.
Number equations sequentially (e.g., Eq. 1, Eq. 2).
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7. Submission Process
Submit manuscripts via the Decipher Ayurveda (Dec. Ayur.) Submission Portal.
Ensure all co-authors approve the submission before submission.
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8. Ethical Considerations
Plagiarism: Maximum similarity allowed is 15% (checked via plagiarism detection software).
Conflicts of Interest: Authors must disclose any potential conflicts.
Data Integrity: Falsification or fabrication of data is strictly prohibited.