Guide for Reviewers

Below is the complete “Guide for Reviewers” for The Journal of Diagnostic and Theranostic Imaging,

Overview

Reviewers at TheJODTi ensure the scientific rigor, clinical relevance, and ethical integrity of all published content through objective, constructive, and timely evaluations.

Reviewer Responsibilities

Assessing Suitability
Determine whether manuscripts fit TheJODTi’s scope—diagnostic imaging, theranostics, molecular imaging—and meet standards for originality, methodology, and ethical conduct.
Providing Constructive Feedback
Offer clear, evidence-based comments focused on improving the work; reference relevant literature when suggesting changes .
Declaring Conflicts of Interest
Disclose any financial, professional, or personal relationships that might bias your review before accepting an assignment.

Ethical Standards

Confidentiality
Treat all manuscript content and review discussions as strictly confidential; do not share materials or comments outside the formal review interface.
Reporting Misconduct
Alert the Editor to suspected ethical issues—plagiarism, duplicate publication, data fabrication—without conducting independent investigations.
Professional Tone
Frame critiques respectfully, focusing on the work rather than the authors to maintain a collegial review environment.

Peer‐Review Process Steps

Invitation Response
Promptly accept or decline review invitations to facilitate Editor planning.
Initial Assessment
Verify alignment with TheJODTi’s aims and compliance with basic submission guidelines.
In‐Depth Evaluation
Critically examine each manuscript section—Abstract, Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, References—commenting on clarity, statistical validity, and interpretation.
Confidential Comments
Provide a separate confidential report to the Editor detailing any sensitive concerns or overarching suitability judgments.
Recommendation
Recommend one of: Accept, Minor Revision, Major Revision, or Reject, supporting your decision with explicit manuscript references.

Timelines

First Decision
Editors aim to reply with an initial decision within 3 days of submission.
Review Completion
Reviewers should submit full evaluations within 15 days of accepting invitations.
Online Publication
Accepted articles are published online (with DOI) within 30 days after final proof corrections.

Reporting to the Editor

Summary Overview
Begin with a concise appraisal of the manuscript’s strengths and weaknesses.
Section-by-Section Comments
Number feedback points to correspond with manuscript sections, facilitating clear author responses.
Ethical Concerns
Report any suspected misconduct or conflicts confidentially, citing specific examples or evidence.

Tips for Effective Reviewing

Use Structured Templates
TheJODTi’s Reviewer Report Form ensures all critical elements are covered.
Balance Critique and Encouragement
Highlight novel contributions while offering concrete improvements to study design, analysis, or interpretation.
Support Recommendations with Literature
When suggesting additional references or questioning interpretations, cite high-quality sources to guide authors.
Maintain Professionalism
Approach each manuscript with the same rigor and respect you expect for your own work.

Reviewer Incentives

Although TheJODTi operates without a financial budget, we offer valuable non-monetary rewards to recognize and motivate our reviewers:

Digital Certificates of Appreciation
Upon completion of each review, reviewers automatically receive a personalized PDF certificate recognizing their service. These certificates are suitable for inclusion in CVs, promotion dossiers, and institutional portfolios
Annual “Top Reviewer” Acknowledgment
Each year, the Editorial Board selects outstanding reviewers based on quality, timeliness, and volume of reviews. “Top Reviewer” names are published on the journal website and featured in an annual acknowledgment list, amplifying professional visibility and academic prestige.

For questions or to access reviewer resources, contact:
Editorial Office, The Journal of Diagnostic and Theranostic Imaging
Email: editor@thejodti.org / info@thejodti.org
Website: www.thejodti.com