Peer Review Policy

Duties of Reviewers
The peer review process is a cornerstone of editorial decision-making at the International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research Noosphere. Reviewers play a pivotal role in maintaining the scientific quality, accuracy, and credibility of the research published in the journal. By offering objective, constructive feedback, reviewers assist editors in making informed publication decisions and help authors improve their manuscripts, particularly within the broad and evolving field of biochemistry. The journal emphasizes that all researchers have a shared responsibility to participate in peer review as part of the scholarly ecosystem.

Timeliness
Reviewers are expected to evaluate assigned manuscripts within the stipulated timeframe. If a reviewer feels unqualified to assess a specific manuscript (e.g., due to unfamiliarity with certain biochemical methods or subfields) or foresees a delay, they should promptly inform the editorial office and decline the invitation. This helps the journal identify alternate reviewers and ensures timely processing and dissemination of biochemical research.

Confidentiality
Manuscripts provided for review are confidential documents and must be treated accordingly. Reviewers must not share, discuss, or distribute the contents of a manuscript with unauthorized individuals. Any exception must be approved in advance by the Editor-in-Chief. This confidentiality is critical to preserve the integrity of the peer review process and to protect sensitive or unpublished data, particularly when novel biochemical discoveries are involved.

Objectivity and Constructive Feedback
Reviews should be objective, fair, and directed at the scientific content of the manuscript. Reviewers should avoid personal biases or remarks and instead focus on clarity, methodology, data interpretation, and the manuscript's overall contribution to biochemical science. Constructive feedback that helps authors refine their research is encouraged, with specific emphasis on strengthening experimental design, data presentation, and relevance to current biochemical challenges.

Acknowledgment of Sources
Reviewers are encouraged to identify key literature that authors may have overlooked and to suggest relevant citations where appropriate. They should also notify the editors of any substantial overlap or similarities with other published or submitted work. This is especially important in areas involving novel biochemical compounds, pathways, or therapeutic mechanisms where originality is critical.

Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest
Reviewers must disclose any potential conflicts of interest—personal, professional, or financial—that could affect their impartiality. If such conflicts exist, the reviewer should decline the assignment. Transparency in this regard ensures the fairness and credibility of the peer review process.

Additionally, reviewers must not use any unpublished data, concepts, or findings disclosed during the review process for personal or professional advantage. Any privileged information obtained through peer review must be kept strictly confidential and should not be exploited in any form, even if the reviewer declines the review request.

By adhering to these responsibilities, the International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research Noosphere aims to sustain a fair, ethical, and rigorous peer review system that upholds the highest standards of scholarly publishing in the biochemical sciences.