Reviewer Guide

Reviewer Guide for Advances in Fisheries and Oceans (AFO)

1. Purpose and Scope Review:

  • Assess whether the manuscript aligns with the journal’s scope, which includes marine science, fisheries, aquaculture, oceanography, and related disciplines.
  • Evaluate the significance of the research in advancing knowledge within the specified areas of marine ecology, fisheries management, aquaculture technology, and oceanography.

2. Originality and Innovation:

  • Determine the originality of the research contribution. Assess whether the manuscript presents new insights, methodologies, or approaches that advance understanding in the field.
  • Evaluate the innovative aspects of the study, including novel concepts, technologies, or applications in marine and aquatic sciences.

3. Methodology and Analysis:

  • Evaluate the appropriateness and rigor of the methodology used. Assess the clarity and comprehensiveness of the study design, data collection methods, and analytical approaches.
  • Consider whether the data analysis and interpretation are robust and supported by appropriate statistical or qualitative methods.

4. Clarity and Structure:

  • Assess the clarity of the manuscript’s structure, organization, and presentation of ideas. Evaluate whether the manuscript is well-written and logically structured.
  • Consider whether the language is clear and accessible, and whether figures, tables, and supplementary materials are effectively used to support the findings.

5. Contribution to the Field:

  • Evaluate the significance and impact of the findings within the context of marine science, fisheries management, or aquaculture.
  • Assess whether the study provides new insights, fills gaps in existing knowledge, or opens up new avenues for future research.

6. Ethical Considerations:

  • Ensure that the manuscript adheres to ethical standards in research and publication ethics.
  • Check for proper citation and attribution of sources, as well as adherence to guidelines on data management, authorship, and conflicts of interest.

7. Recommendations:

  • Provide constructive feedback and recommendations for improving the manuscript, including suggestions for clarifying arguments, strengthening methodology, or expanding discussion points.
  • Recommend whether the manuscript should be accepted, revised, or rejected based on your assessment of its quality, originality, and contribution to the field.

Confidentiality:
Maintain confidentiality regarding the manuscript and the review process. Do not disclose any information about the manuscript or your review without permission from the journal editor.

This reviewer guide can be tailored further based on specific journal guidelines and the focus areas of Advances in Fisheries and Oceans (AFO).