FAQs

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Why is ORCID iD required for every submission?

IJIESIA requires ORCID authentication at the time of each manuscript submission.

  • ORCID authentication during submission is mandatory.
  • This is different from simply linking your ORCID iD in your profile settings.
  • Even if your ORCID iD is linked in your profile, authentication is still required during submission.

ORCID authentication ensures accurate author identification, transparency, and compliance with indexing standards.

2. Where can I download my Review Certificate?

Review certificates are issued after successful completion of the peer review process. The Review certificate will be available in PDF format.

Steps to download:

  1. Log in to your reviewer account.
  2. Go to Dashboard.
  3. Click on My Assignments as Reviewer.
  4. Open the completed review (click View and you should see the certificate at the top of the page).
  5. Download the Reviewer Certificate.

3. How do I obtain my Author Certificate?

Author certificates are issued after the article has been officially published. The Author certificate will be available in PDF format.

  • Log in to your author account.
  • The Author Certificate will automatically appear at the top of your dashboard after publication.
  • Click the certificate link to download it.

4. How can I download my Appointment Letter?

Appointment Letters are issued to officially appointed:

  • Editor-in-Chief
  • Editorial Board Members
  • Reviewers

Steps to download:

  1. Log in to your account.
  2. The Appointment Letter will automatically appear at the top of your dashboard.
  3. Click Download next to your role.

The Appointment Letter will be available in PDF format.

Appointment Letters are issued per calendar year and are renewed at the beginning of each new year.

5. Why am I not visible as a Reviewer on the website?

Reviewer names are displayed publicly based on recent review activity.

  • Only reviewers who have successfully completed at least one review during the last calendar year are automatically listed.
  • Reviewers who have not completed any review in the previous calendar year will not appear in the public reviewer list.

Once you complete a review in the current year, your name will be automatically included in the reviewer listing next year.

6. How can I join as a Reviewer or Editorial Board Member?

Qualified researchers and engineering professionals are welcome to apply as Reviewers or Editorial Board Members.

Please fill out the official application form:

Join as Reviewer / Editorial Board Member

Applications are evaluated based on academic qualifications, engineering expertise, and publication record. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

7. Who should I contact for login or registration issues?

For technical issues such as login problems, password reset, account activation, or profile update errors:

Technical Support
Email: admin@scholioraresearch.org

Please include your full name, registered email address, and a clear description of the issue.

8. Who should I contact for editorial matters?

For matters related to:

  • Manuscript status
  • Reviewer comments
  • Editorial decisions
  • Revisions or corrections
  • Publication queries

Please contact the editorial team directly through your Submission Dashboard.

Log in to your account, open your submission, and use the discussion or communication section to raise your query.

Emails sent for editorial matters will not be considered.

9. Are DOI or URL references mandatory in submitted manuscripts?

Yes. For all online sources cited in a manuscript (including journal articles, conference papers, reports, datasets, and preprints), authors must provide at least one of the following:

  • A valid DOI (Digital Object Identifier)
  • A stable and direct URL link to the cited source

References that do not include a DOI or a functional URL will be considered incomplete.

Manuscripts submitted without proper and verifiable online references may be rejected at the desk review stage without being sent for peer review.

10. How long does the review and publication process usually take?

The overall timeline from manuscript submission to production may vary depending on reviewer availability and revision requirements. However, the typical process generally follows the timeline below:

  • Initial screening: Manuscripts usually undergo iThenticate similarity check, editorial screening, and reviewer assignment within up to 1 week.
  • Peer review: Once reviewers are invited, the review process generally takes around 2–3 weeks on average, depending on how quickly reviewers accept the invitation and complete the review.
  • Total review duration: In many cases the full review cycle may take up to 4 weeks, although decisions may be made earlier depending on reviewer response time.
  • Production: After the manuscript is accepted and any required revisions are completed, the article typically moves to production and publication within 1–2 weeks.

Please note that these timelines are approximate and may vary depending on reviewer response time, revision requirements, and editorial workload.

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