PEER REVIEW PROCESS

Voltarea International Journal (VTRIJ), published by DB Ediciones, is an annual journal founded in 2025. Its double-blind peer review system ensures the quality, originality, and impact of articles, providing an impartial evaluation based on the relevance and scientific rigor of submitted manuscripts.

Reviews are conducted by recognized experts, free from conflicts of interest regarding the work being evaluated. These reviewers, selected for their academic background and experience, collaborate with the Editorial Committee to validate the originality, methodological soundness, and suitability of the article to the journal’s standards.

VTRIJ has a growing international network of reviewers, composed of PhD researchers or specialists with publications in journals indexed in high-impact databases such as Web of Science and Scopus.

The process is confidential: reviewers must maintain strict secrecy regarding manuscripts and cannot disclose or use their content. If additional expert opinions are required, authors will be informed in advance.

This rigorous evaluation procedure reflects VTRIJ’s commitment to academic excellence and the dissemination of high-impact knowledge globally.

Initial Review

During the initial phase, the editorial team of Voltarea International Journal (VTRIJ) conducts a preliminary assessment of submitted manuscripts. Within a maximum of 72 hours, authors receive an email notification with a unique reference number. At this stage, the Editor-in-Chief or assigned Editor examines the document to determine its alignment with the journal’s focus and standards, evaluating originality, academic relevance, and contribution to scientific knowledge. Manuscripts may be rejected at this stage if they fall outside the journal’s scope, have structural deficiencies, fail to clearly present findings, or show evidence of plagiarism. In case of rejection, authors are notified within the indicated timeframe. Editors may consult the scientific committee if needed.

Manuscripts that pass this initial review proceed to peer review. Within a maximum of 30 days after submission, authors are informed of the results. Approved manuscripts are sent to specialized reviewers, who may be part of the journal’s panel or external experts, usually researchers or faculty from national and international graduate programs.

Double-Blind Peer Review

Manuscripts at this stage undergo double-blind peer review. Each reviewer completes a detailed form evaluating aspects such as:

  • Academic relevance and contribution to scientific knowledge.

  • Clarity and coherence of writing.

  • Theoretical rigor and logical structure of content.

  • Appropriate and up-to-date use of bibliographic sources.

  • Methodological soundness and relevance of research design.

  • Depth and coherence of analysis.

  • Originality and value of conclusions.

The estimated review period is up to 30 days. Upon completion, authors receive the editorial decision. If revisions are requested, authors have 8 to 15 days to make them, as indicated by the editor.

Once revisions are completed, manuscripts undergo editorial checks including grammar, spelling, compliance with guidelines, and final editing. However, completing this process does not guarantee immediate publication, as the final decision depends on the editors, considering editorial policy, priorities, and the journal’s schedule.

Review Process Details

Role of the Academic Editor: Oversees the entire evaluation process, determining the need for additional revisions based on the manuscript’s quality and rigor. Reviewers have a maximum of eight days to issue their report. Any delays are promptly communicated to the authors.

Reviewer Confidentiality: Reviewers remain anonymous throughout the process, except in cases where they choose to disclose their identity.

Number of Assigned Reviewers: Typically, manuscripts are evaluated by two subject-matter experts. However, the Academic Editor may request additional reviews for a more thorough assessment.

Monitoring Manuscript Status: The editorial system updates the status to “Required Revisions Completed” once authors have made the requested changes. This status does not imply completion of the process, as further evaluations may be needed.

Editorial Decision: The Academic Editor issues the final decision on manuscript publication based on received reviews and their technical judgment. The decision is communicated to authors via the submission system and email. During this period, the manuscript status remains “Decision in Process” until final notification.