Peer Review Process

  Author Registers an Account

• The author creates an account on the open journal submission (OJS) system (https://proceeding.unesa.ac.id/index.php/icst ).
• Author should registers an active email to OJS because all information update about your article will be send to your email

Author Submits an Article

• The author uploads their manuscript using ICST article template

Editor Assigns a Reviewer

• The editor selects a suitable reviewer based on expertise, availability, and conflict of interest considerations.
• The reviewer is invited and given access to the submitted article.

Reviewer Reviews the Article

• All review processes are using OJS.
• The review process is using double-blind peer review system.

Editor Decision

• Based on the reviewer’s feedback, the editor makes a decision:
  • Rejected: If the article does not meet the required standards, it is rejected, and the process ends.
  • Accepted with Revisions: If the article has potential but needs improvements, the author is asked to revise it.

Author Revises the Article Based on Reviewer’s Feedback

• The author should revise the manuscript according to the reviewer’s comments.
• They submit a revised version along with a review response document to explaining the changes made.

Author Receives a Letter of Acceptance

• If the revised manuscript meets the journal’s standards, the author receives an official acceptance letter.

Author Pays the Registration Fee

• If applicable, the author completes the payment required for publication.