NJEE employs rigorous double-blind peer review processes that uphold the highest standards of scholarly evaluation while supporting author development and research quality improvement.

Review Model: Double-blind peer review ensures anonymity of both authors and reviewers, eliminating potential bias based on institutional affiliation, geographic location, career stage, or personal relationships. This model promotes objective evaluation based solely on research quality, methodological rigor, and scholarly contribution.

Reviewer Selection: Reviewers are selected based on demonstrated expertise in relevant subject areas, established publication records, and absence of conflicts of interest. NJEE maintains an international database of qualified reviewers across all disciplinary areas, regularly updated through systematic identification of subject matter experts and performance evaluation of review quality.

Review Process: Standard review procedures include:

• Initial editorial screening for scope, quality, and technical requirements (2-3 weeks)
• Assignment to minimum two independent expert reviewers (1 week)
• Comprehensive peer review evaluation (6-8 weeks)
• Editorial synthesis and decision formulation (1-2 weeks)
• Author notification with detailed feedback and revision requirements

Review Criteria: Reviewers evaluate manuscripts according to established criteria including:

• Originality and significance of research contribution
• Methodological appropriateness and technical soundness
• Analytical rigor and interpretation validity
• Clarity of presentation and logical organization
• Literature review comprehensiveness and currency
• Ethical compliance and research integrity
• Relevance to journal scope and readership

Decision Categories: Editorial decisions follow standardized classifications:

• Accept: Manuscript meets publication standards with minimal revision requirements
• Minor Revision: Specific improvements required without additional review
• Major Revision: Substantial changes required with re-review by original reviewers
• Reject: Fundamental limitations preventing publication in current form

Review Timeline Management: NJEE employs systematic timeline management including automated reminder systems, performance tracking, and backup reviewer identification to ensure consistent review completion within established timeframes. Reviewers commit to specific completion dates with escalation procedures for delayed reviews.

Reviewer Recognition: NJEE acknowledges reviewer contributions through annual recognition programs, public acknowledgment in journal issues, priority consideration for publication in cases of high-quality reviews, and professional certificates documenting review service for career advancement purposes.