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International Journal of Nutrition · ISSN 2379-7835

Lend your expertise to peer review, help authors strengthen their work, and shape what the journal publishes.

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The role

What reviewing for IJN involves

The same standard applies to everyone who shapes the journal — rigour, transparency and research ethics first.

Assess the science

Judge originality, methodology, analysis and clarity against the evidence — not opinion.

Be timely and constructive

Return a structured, actionable report that gives authors a clear path to improve.

Flag concerns

Raise any ethical, data or integrity concerns, and declare conflicts of interest.

Keep it confidential

Treat every manuscript as confidential and never use unpublished material.

What you get

Recognition that counts

An honest account of the value — academic recognition and access, not payment.

Verified recognition

Your review activity can be recorded and recognised through your ORCID iD.

Early sight of research

Read new findings in your field before they are published.

Sharper of your own work

Reviewing strengthens your own methodology, writing and critical eye.

A record of service

A documented contribution to your discipline and the integrity of its literature.

How we appoint

We invite reviewers matched to each manuscript and welcome applications from qualified researchers. Reviewers are vetted for subject expertise and a clean conflict-of-interest profile before being assigned — we do not accept open self-registration.

  • A current CV and your ORCID iD
  • Your areas of expertise and 4–6 keywords
  • A note on any prior peer-review experience
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Everything you need to do the job well

Editorial Policies

The peer-review model, ethics and conflict rules your report should follow.

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COPE reviewer guidance

Ethical guidelines for peer reviewers from the Committee on Publication Ethics.

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Aims & Scope

Check a manuscript's fit with the journal's remit before you accept.

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Questions

Reviewers — FAQ

How do I become a peer reviewer for the International Journal of Nutrition?
Not by open self-registration. We vet every reviewer for subject expertise and conflicts of interest before assigning manuscripts. Email your CV, ORCID iD and a few keywords describing your areas of expertise to [email protected], and we add you to the reviewer pool matched to your field.
What does IJN look for in a reviewer?
An active researcher with genuine expertise and a publication record in the topic, and no unmanaged conflict of interest. Prior peer-review experience is helpful but not essential — clear, evidence-based judgement matters more.
Is peer review for IJN paid?
No. Like most scholarly journals, peer review is a voluntary scholarly contribution. The reward is academic: an ORCID-verifiable record of your service, early sight of new research, and a sharper critical eye for your own work.
How long does a review take, and how long do I have?
A single review is typically a few hours of work. IJN targets a first decision in about three weeks, so we ask for reports within the agreed window — but you can request more time or decline an invitation if you are not available.
What peer-review model does IJN use?
Single-blind (double-blind on request). By default reviewers see the authors’ identities while authors do not see the reviewers’; an author may request double-blind review, in which case identifying details are withheld on both sides.
What makes a good peer-review report?
Assess originality, methodology, analysis and clarity against the evidence; be specific and constructive; and give the editor a clear recommendation with the authors a concrete path to improve. Judge the science, not the author.
Will my identity be revealed to the authors?
No. Under single-blind review your identity is not disclosed to authors, and double-blind on request withholds it both ways. You may choose to sign your report if you wish, but you are never required to.
Will my reviewing be recognised?
Yes. Your verified review activity can be recorded on your ORCID record, giving you a citable account of your service without revealing the manuscripts you assessed.
What should I do if I have a conflict of interest?
Decline the invitation and tell the editor why. Conflicts include recent collaboration, direct competition, a financial interest, or any relationship that could bias your assessment. If in doubt, disclose it and let the editor decide.
Should I accept reviews outside my specialty?
Only accept invitations that genuinely match your expertise. We invite reviewers by subject fit; if a request falls outside your area, please decline and, where you can, suggest a better-matched colleague.
Do I have to keep the manuscript confidential?
Yes. Treat every manuscript as strictly confidential: do not share, cite or use unpublished material, and do not upload it to AI tools that may retain or train on the text. Delete your copy once the review is complete.
Can PhD students or early-career researchers review?
Yes, where they have relevant expertise. If you co-review with a supervisor or a trainee, disclose it to the editor so that credit and accountability are clear.
What happens after I submit my review?
The handling editor weighs all the reports and makes the decision — reviewers recommend, they do not decide. Where appropriate, you may see the other reviewers’ comments and the outcome after the decision is made.
How do I update my topics or pause reviewing?
Email the editorial office at any time to update your keywords and availability or to pause invitations. There is never an obligation to accept a particular request.

Ready to contribute to IJN?

Send your CV and ORCID and tell us your area of expertise — we review every application for fit before appointing.

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