Peer Review Policy

The Panamerican Mathematical Journal is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic excellence and scholarly rigor. Our peer review process is an essential component of ensuring the quality, accuracy, and integrity of the research we publish. This Peer Review Policy outlines the principles and procedures that guide our peer review process.

1. Peer Review Process

  • Initial Screening: Upon submission, all manuscripts undergo an initial screening by the editorial office to ensure that they meet the basic requirements, such as adherence to our submission guidelines and the suitability of the topic.

  • Selection of Reviewers: Qualified reviewers with expertise in the subject matter are carefully selected. Reviewers are typically experts in the relevant field and are chosen to provide fair and unbiased assessments.

  • Double-Blind Review: The Panamerican Mathematical Journal follows a double-blind peer review process. Authors are unaware of the identity of reviewers, and vice versa. This process helps to ensure objectivity and impartiality.

  • Peer Review Evaluation: Reviewers are asked to evaluate the manuscript for its quality, originality, significance, methodology, and adherence to ethical standards. They provide constructive feedback and recommendations.

2. Editorial Decision

  • Based on the peer reviews, the editorial team will make one of the following decisions:
    • Accept: The manuscript is accepted for publication without any further changes.
    • Minor Revisions: The manuscript requires minor revisions that can be reviewed by the editorial team.
    • Major Revisions: The manuscript requires substantial revisions and must undergo re-review.
    • Reject: The manuscript is not suitable for publication in the Panamerican Mathematical Journal.

3. Author Feedback and Revision

  • Authors are provided with detailed feedback from reviewers and the editorial team. They are given the opportunity to revise their manuscript based on the feedback provided.

4. Reviewer Anonymity and Confidentiality

  • Reviewers are required to maintain confidentiality regarding the content of the manuscripts they review. They should not disclose any information about the manuscripts, including their status as a reviewer, to third parties.

5. Reviewer Objectivity

  • Reviewers are expected to provide objective, constructive, and unbiased feedback. Personal or professional biases that may affect their review should be disclosed to the editorial office.

6. Timeliness

  • The Panamerican Mathematical Journal values the time and effort that reviewers dedicate to the peer review process. We strive to ensure that the review process is completed in a timely manner.

7. Appeals

  • Authors have the right to appeal editorial decisions, and such appeals will be considered based on the journal's policies and guidelines.

8. Continuous Improvement

  • The Panamerican Mathematical Journal is committed to continually improving its peer review process and welcomes feedback from authors and reviewers to enhance the quality and efficiency of the publication process.

Our peer review process is integral to maintaining the quality and integrity of the Panamerican Mathematical Journal. We appreciate the dedication of our reviewers and authors in contributing to the advancement of mathematical knowledge.