Editor Resources for the Journal of Carbohydrates
Editors receive structured tools and guidance to manage submissions efficiently and uphold high standards of carbohydrate research publishing.
Core Editorial Tools
Resources that streamline manuscript handling and decision making.
Reviewer Database
- Searchable by expertise
- Reviewer performance history
- Conflict of interest notes
- Diversity in reviewer selection
Decision Templates
- Standard decision language
- Revision guidance structure
- Ethics flagging prompts
- Consistency across decisions
Ethics Guidance
- Plagiarism screening workflows
- Authorship dispute handling
- Conflict management checklists
- Correction and retraction policies
Review Quality
- Structured reviewer prompts
- Data availability checks
- Reproducibility checklists
- Standardized recommendations
Editors also receive guidance on special issue management, communication templates for authors, and recommended reviewer response timelines.
Special Issue Management Resources
Guidance to support themed collections and guest editor coordination.
Editors overseeing Special Issues receive planning templates, timeline checklists, and communication guidance for guest editors and contributors. These resources help ensure consistent review standards, transparent decision criteria, and on-time publication. The editorial office also assists with promotional materials and call-for-papers workflows.
Training and Onboarding
New editors receive structured onboarding and ongoing support.
We provide onboarding guides that explain the peer review workflow, decision criteria, and ethics policies. Editors can access support from the editorial office to resolve conflicts of interest, handle complex cases, or request additional reviewer input. These resources ensure consistent decisions and a positive experience for authors and reviewers.
Communication Support and Analytics
Editors receive tools to monitor progress and communicate clearly.
We provide standardized email templates for reviewer invitations, revision requests, and decision letters. Editors can also access basic workflow analytics that track review timelines and identify bottlenecks. These tools help maintain consistent author communication and support a reliable editorial experience across manuscripts.
Reference Materials
Quick access to policies and standards.
Editors receive concise policy summaries, reviewer guidelines, and links to reporting standards relevant to carbohydrate research. These references support consistent decisions and clear author communication.
Quick Start Guide
New editors receive a concise reference guide.
This guide summarizes key steps, decision points, and support contacts for efficient manuscript handling.
Support Contacts
Direct access to editorial assistance when needed.
Editors can contact the office for help with complex cases or policy questions.
Access Editorial Support Resources
We equip editors with the tools needed to deliver fair, timely decisions.
