Gema Lingkungan Kesehatan is committed to maintaining high standards of quality and integrity in the publication of scientific research. To achieve this, we employ a rigorous double-blind peer review process, ensuring that both the identities of the reviewers and the authors are concealed throughout the review. Our goal is to complete the review process within two weeks, ensuring timely feedback and publication.

Submission and Initial Evaluation

1. Manuscript Submission: Authors submit their manuscripts through our online submission system. Each submission is assigned a unique manuscript number for tracking.
2. Initial Screening: The editorial team performs an initial screening to assess the manuscript’s adherence to the journal’s scope and submission guidelines. Manuscripts that do not meet basic requirements are returned to the authors for revision before further consideration.

Double-Blind Peer Review

1. Reviewer Selection: Manuscripts passing the initial screening are assigned to two or more independent reviewers with relevant expertise. Reviewers are selected based on their knowledge of the subject matter and lack of conflicts of interest.
2. Anonymity: To ensure impartiality, the identities of both the authors and reviewers are concealed. Authors must remove any identifying information from their manuscripts, and the editorial team handles all correspondence to maintain anonymity.
3. Review Process: Reviewers are given two weeks to evaluate the manuscript. They assess the following aspects:
   • Originality and significance of the research
   • Clarity and coherence of the presentation
   • Methodological rigor and validity
   • Appropriateness of the references and citations
   • Overall contribution to the field of environmental health

Reviewers' Reports

1. Evaluation Criteria: Reviewers provide detailed comments and recommendations regarding the manuscript, including suggestions for improvement. Each reviewer submits a recommendation to either accept, reject, or request revisions.
2. Decision Making: The editorial team considers all reviewers' comments and makes a final decision. Possible outcomes include:
   • Accept: The manuscript is accepted as is or with minor revisions.
   • Revise and Resubmit: The manuscript requires significant revisions before it can be reconsidered.
   • Reject: The manuscript is not suitable for publication in the journal.

Communication with Authors

1. Feedback: Authors receive constructive feedback from the reviewers, regardless of the outcome. This feedback is aimed at helping authors improve their work, whether for resubmission to our journal or elsewhere.
2. Revisions: If revisions are required, authors are given a specified period to address the reviewers’ comments and resubmit their manuscript. The revised manuscript may undergo additional rounds of review.

Final Decision and Publication

1. Final Acceptance: Once a manuscript is accepted, it proceeds to copyediting, formatting, and proofreading. Authors are involved in this process to ensure accuracy.
2. Publication: Accepted manuscripts are published online as part of the next available issue of Gema Lingkungan Kesehatan. The journal operates on an open access model, ensuring that all published articles are freely accessible to the global community.

Commitment to Timeliness

We strive to complete the entire peer review process within two weeks to provide prompt feedback to authors and expedite the dissemination of high-quality research. Our commitment to a timely review process underscores our dedication to supporting the research community and advancing the field of environmental health.