BISTEC employs a double-anonymized peer review model. Neither authors nor reviewers know each other's identities.

Step Description Duration

1. Initial Screening Editor checks for scope, formatting, plagiarism, and ethical compliance 3–5 days
2. Assignment Two independent subject-matter experts are assigned 3–5 days
3. Peer Review Reviewers evaluate originality, methodology, significance, and clarity 3–4 weeks
4. Editorial Decision Editor synthesizes recommendations: Accept, Minor Revision, Major Revision, or Reject 3–7 days
5. Revision Authors address all reviewer comments and submit revised manuscript 2–4 weeks
6. Final Decision Editor approves or requires additional revisions 1–2 weeks

Acceptance Rate: Approximately 25–30% of submissions are ultimately published.