Why does peer review take so long?

Late Reviews Reviewers will always be given a timeframe in which to return their review, how long they are given depends on the journal and the subject area. However long the reviewer is given, there is very little the journal can do to ensure that they stick to the deadline, other than to send them reminders.

How long does it take an article to go through peer review?

A question often asked by authors, but also important to editors, is how long does it take between submission and publication of an article. This is a hard question to answer, but often peer review is the lengthiest part of this process. Journals usually ask reviewers to complete their reviews within 3-4 weeks.

How long does it take to publish in MDPI?

maintain quick publication — manuscripts are published within 5-7 weeks of submission (provided no major revisions are required) publish full open access journals — readers can access all content published on this platform for free.

Is it bad to publish in MDPI?

It is a fine place to publish according to my opinion (at least the above mentioned journals) even if maybe not the best. Currently, I am having good experience with MDPI, some of their journals are highly indexed and in fact have high impact factors.

What is the process of a peer review?

Peer review is the system used to assess the quality of a manuscript before it is published. Independent researchers in the relevant research area assess submitted manuscripts for originality, validity and significance to help editors determine whether a manuscript should be published in their journal.

How long does it take to publish a peer reviewed journal article?

Typically the manuscript will be reviewed within 80 days. Should the reviewers’ reports contradict one another or a report is unduly delayed, a further expert opinion will be sought. If necessary, revised manuscripts may be returned to the initial reviewers, usually within 1 month.

How does the peer review process work?

In science, peer review typically works something like this: A group of scientists completes a study and writes it up in the form of an article. Those reviewers provide feedback on the article and tell the editor whether or not they think the study is of high enough quality to be published.

What are the steps of the peer review process?

The peer review process

• Submission of Paper. The corresponding or submitting author submits the paper to the journal.
• Editorial Office Assessment.
• Appraisal by the Editor-in-Chief (EIC)
• EIC Assigns an Associate Editor (AE)
• Invitation to Reviewers.
• Response to Invitations.
• Review is Conducted.
• Journal Evaluates the Reviews.

Is MDPI peer-reviewed?

All articles published by MDPI are peer-reviewed and assessed by our independent Editorial Boards, and MDPI staff are not involved in decisions to accept manuscripts.

How long is MDPI review?

MDPI has one of the most straightforward and efficient publication processes in the whole publishing landscape. Most of our journals suggest 5 days for minor revisions and 10–14 days for major revisions.

Is MDPI peer reviewed?

How reliable is MDPI?

MDPI journals fall short compared to PLOS but they are respectable and are building their reputation. Charges are proportional to the journal reputation and most times can be waived if the author makes its case of lack of funding and it is completely independent of the review process.