Editor Resources
JNMB provides practical resources to help editors manage peer review efficiently and consistently across molecular biology submissions.
Resources For Editors
Reviewer databases
Ethics checklists
Decision templates
COPE guidance
Conflict policies
Data policy guides
Best Practice Guidance
Editors can access reviewer selection tips, conflict of interest guidelines, and data policy checklists to ensure consistent decisions.
Templates and checklists help standardize decision letters and streamline reviewer communication.
Guidance is updated regularly to align with evolving molecular biology standards.
Editorial Support
The editorial office assists with reviewer reminders, policy questions, and production handoff to keep decisions on schedule.
We provide guidance on ethical issues, appeals, and post acceptance workflows.
Editorial staff help coordinate special issue workflows and production planning.
Quality Assurance
Editors can use reporting checklists to verify that manuscripts include appropriate controls, replicates, and validation.
JNMB encourages editors to request data availability statements and repository links prior to acceptance.
Quality assurance tools reduce post publication corrections and improve reader trust.
Communication
Consistent communication with authors and reviewers maintains trust. JNMB provides templates for clarifying revisions and expectations.
Editors should document key decisions for transparency and continuity.
Professional tone and timely responses improve author experience.
Reviewer Recognition
JNMB offers guidance on acknowledging reviewer contributions, including certificates and optional recognition programs.
Recognized reviewers help strengthen the peer review community and improve response rates.
Recognition programs can help retain high quality reviewers over time.
Policy Updates
Editors are notified of policy updates, new reporting standards, and changes to data requirements. Staying current ensures consistent editorial decisions.
Policy briefings are provided for significant updates or changes in ethical guidance.
Editors can request clarification on policy interpretation when needed.
Resource Access
Editors receive access to decision templates, reviewer databases, and ethics checklists within the editorial system.
These resources reduce administrative burden and support consistent decisions.
Training Materials
JNMB provides training materials for new editors and periodic refreshers on policy changes.
Training ensures consistent editorial practice across subject areas.
Need Editorial Assistance?
Email [email protected] for support with reviewer selection or policy questions.
Decision Templates
Editors can use structured decision templates to ensure clarity and completeness. Templates help standardize communication and reduce time spent drafting letters.
Templates also provide reminders for ethics checks and data availability requirements.
Reviewer Management
Reviewer databases and suggestions support efficient reviewer selection. Editors can filter by expertise, recent activity, and response rates.
JNMB updates reviewer records regularly to keep assignments accurate.
