Initial Checklist
We appreciate your interest in having your journals considered for inclusion in the Europub database. Here’s a structured checklist for the initial evaluation of journals for review in the Europub database, including necessary and basic conditions. Each condition is presented with a column for a “YES” or “NO” response.
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1. Journal Identification |
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International Standard Serial Number (ISSN) |
Does the journal have a valid ISSN? |
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2. Website and Online Presence |
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Functional Website |
Does the journal have an active and well-maintained website? |
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Access to Published Articles |
Are current and past issues accessible online? |
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3. Editorial Team |
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Qualified Editorial Board |
Is the editorial board composed of recognized experts? |
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Reviewer Team |
Does the journal have a diverse and qualified pool of reviewers? |
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4. Peer Review Process |
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Established Review Process |
Is there a defined peer review process in place? |
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Reviewer Guidelines |
Are there guidelines provided for reviewers? |
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5. Publication Frequency and Schedule |
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Regular Publication Schedule |
Does the journal adhere to a clear publication frequency? |
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Timeliness |
Are articles published in a timely manner? |
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6. Content Quality and Originality |
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Original Research Articles |
Does the journal publish original research? |
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Plagiarism Check |
Is there a plagiarism detection policy? |
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7. Accessibility and User Experience |
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User-Friendly Interface |
Is the journal’s website easy to navigate? |
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Open Access Options |
Does the journal offer open access options? |
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8. Technical Quality |
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Quality of Presentation |
Are articles well-formatted and professionally presented? |
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Digital Object Identifier (DOI) |
Are DOIs assigned to published articles? |
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9. Indexing and Databases |
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Indexing Status |
Is the journal indexed in reputable databases? |
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Summary
This checklist allows for a straightforward evaluation of journals seeking to review in the Europub database.