Reviewer Resources
Tools and guidance for reviewers assessing infection prevention manuscripts.
Journal at a Glance
ISSN: 2690-4837
DOI Prefix: 10.14302/issn.2690-4837
License: CC BY 4.0
Peer reviewed open access journal
Scope Alignment
Infection prevention, healthcare epidemiology, antimicrobial stewardship, outbreak response, surveillance systems, vaccine policy, WASH, environmental hygiene, and One Health implementation science. We prioritize actionable evidence and measurable impact.
Publishing Model
Open access, single blind peer review, and rapid publication after acceptance and production checks. Metadata validation and DOI registration are included.
IJIP provides reviewers with tools and guidance to support efficient, high quality reviews. Resources focus on evaluating IPC methods, data transparency, and prevention relevance.
Evaluation Checklists
Structured criteria for methods and data review.
Data Guidance
Tips for assessing data and code availability.
Reporting Standards
Alignment with reproducibility expectations.
Decision Support
Templates for clear reviewer comments.
- Verify that study design is described clearly
- Check that case definitions align with study objectives
- Assess whether data and code access statements are complete
- Recommend clarifications for prevention interpretation
Reviewers can contact the editorial office for clarification on review criteria or conflicts. Email [email protected] for assistance.
IJIP is committed to rigorous, transparent publishing in infection prevention and control. We emphasize reproducible surveillance methods, clear reporting of case definitions, and ethical compliance across all article types.
The editorial office supports authors, editors, and reviewers with clear guidance and responsive communication. For questions about scope or workflow, contact [email protected].
We encourage continuous improvement in reporting practices and share updates that help the community maintain high standards in infection prevention science and implementation.
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Reach out for guidance on reviewing infection prevention submissions.
