Publication Process

Ipso Jure is committed to a transparent, rigorous, and ethical publication process to ensure the quality and integrity of published research. Below is an overview of the steps involved in publishing an article in Ipso Jure, from manuscript submission to online publication.

1. Manuscript Submission

Authors submit their manuscripts through the journal’s online submission system. Manuscripts must adhere to the Ipso Jure Author Guidelines, including formatting, structure, and ethical standards. Authors are encouraged to review the guidelines before submission to ensure compliance.

2. Editorial Screening

Upon submission, the editorial team conducts an initial review to assess:

  • Originality: The manuscript is checked for plagiarism using plagiarism detection software to ensure it is original and not under consideration elsewhere.
  • Scope: The manuscript is evaluated for alignment with the journal’s focus and scope.
  • Formatting: The manuscript is checked for compliance with the journal’s template and submission requirements.

This process typically takes 5–10 working days. The editor may:

  • Accept for Peer Review: If the manuscript meets the initial criteria, it proceeds to the peer review stage.
  • Request Revisions: If minor issues are identified, authors are asked to revise and resubmit within 3 months. Failure to resubmit within this period may result in the manuscript being removed from the system.
  • Reject: If the manuscript does not meet the journal’s standards (e.g., significant plagiarism, outside scope, or poor quality), it will be rejected with feedback provided to the author.

3. Peer Review Process

Ipso Jure uses a double-blind peer review process, where the identities of both authors and reviewers are anonymized to ensure impartiality. The peer review process is designed to evaluate the quality, validity, and relevance of the manuscript. Key aspects include:

  • Reviewer Selection: Each manuscript is assigned to at least two independent reviewers with expertise in the relevant field. Reviewers are selected based on their academic qualifications and experience, and they must have no conflicts of interest with the authors or the manuscript.
  • Evaluation Criteria: Reviewers assess the manuscript based on:
    • Originality and novelty of the research.
    • Relevance to the journal’s scope.
    • Methodological rigor and accuracy.
    • Clarity and quality of writing.
    • Contribution to the field.
  • Duration: The peer review process typically takes 4–6 weeks, depending on reviewer availability and the complexity of the manuscript.
  • Reviewer Independence: Reviewers are required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest, and the editorial team ensures that reviewers are not affiliated with the authors’ institutions.

After peer review, the editor makes one of the following decisions:

  • Accepted: The manuscript is suitable for publication and proceeds to the editing stage.
  • Revision Required: Minor revisions are needed, and the revised manuscript will be reviewed by the editor.
  • Resubmit for Review: Major revisions are required, and the revised manuscript will undergo another round of peer review.
  • Decline: The manuscript is not suitable for publication, and feedback is provided to the author.

Authors will receive reviewer feedback and are given a deadline for revisions (typically 2–4 weeks, depending on the extent of revisions required). Multiple rounds of revisions may be requested if necessary.

4. Editing and Production

Once accepted, the manuscript enters the editing and production stage, which includes:

  • Copyediting: The manuscript is edited for clarity, grammar, and adherence to the journal’s style.
  • Proofreading: Authors receive a proof to review and approve, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
  • Formatting: The manuscript is formatted for publication in PDF and/or HTML formats.

This stage takes a maximum of 20 working days. Authors are expected to respond promptly to proofreading requests to avoid delays.

5. Publication

Upon completion of the editing process, the article is published online under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License (CC BY-SA 4.0). Articles are immediately available on the Ipso Jure website with no embargo period. Each article includes a clear statement of the license and copyright retention by the author(s).

An acceptance letter is issued to the authors upon publication, confirming the article’s inclusion in Ipso Jure.

Commitment to Quality

Ipso Jure adheres to the highest standards of academic publishing, following the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Our publication process is designed to ensure fairness, transparency, and quality, with a focus on supporting authors and advancing scholarly communication.

For further details, please refer to our Publication Ethics and Author Guidelines pages.