Peer Review Process

All manuscripts submitted to JLDC undergo a double-blind peer review process to ensure academic quality and integrity.

The review process consists of the following stages:

• Initial Editorial Screening
• The editorial team evaluates submissions to ensure they align with the journal’s scope and meet basic academic and ethical standards.
• Double-Blind Peer Review
• Manuscripts that pass the initial screening are sent to at least two independent reviewers with relevant expertise. Both reviewers and authors remain anonymous throughout the process.
• Editorial Decision
• Based on the reviewers’ reports, the editor may issue one of the following decisions:
  • Accept
  • Minor revision
  • Major revision
  • Reject
• Final Decision
• The Editor-in-Chief makes the final decision on publication.

The journal strives to complete the review process within 6–8 weeks, although this may vary depending on reviewer availability.