Editor resources

Resources for editors

Guidance for editors managing manuscript assessment, peer review and editorial decisions.

Editorial responsibility

Assess scope, validity, reporting and relevance, and communicate editorial decisions to authors.

Conflicts and recusal

Disclose relationships that may affect judgement, recuse when necessary and appoint an editor without a relevant conflict.

Reviewer selection

Select reviewers for relevant expertise, independence and availability.

Editorial decisions

Evaluate reports, resolve contradictory recommendations and distinguish essential revisions from optional suggestions.

Research integrity

Research integrity concerns

When an integrity concern arises, preserve the relevant information, follow the applicable policy and refer formal investigation to the appropriate institution or authority when required.