Journal of Allergy and Infectious Diseases

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate reflects the percentage of submitted manuscripts that are ultimately accepted for publication. At the Journal of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, the acceptance rate ranges between 60-70%, aligning with the field's standards. While newer or more specialized journals often exhibit higher acceptance rates, multidisciplinary or long-established journals may show lower rates due to their broader scopes and higher competition.

Important Note:
Acceptance rates should not be used as a direct indicator of article quality. The most critical aspects for authors are the peer-review rigor and decision timelines, ensuring fair and transparent evaluations.

Time to Desk Decision

A desk decision is the initial assessment conducted by the editorial team before peer review. This process evaluates:

·         Plagiarism check

·         Scope of the article

·         Writing quality

·         Significance and novelty

·         Ethical considerations

The Journal of Allergy and Infectious Diseases commits to a 2-business-day desk decision policy. If the submission passes this stage, it proceeds directly to peer review. For declined submissions, the corresponding author will receive detailed feedback.

Submission to First Decision

We prioritize efficiency in the review process to ensure timely decisions. On average, authors receive the first round of peer-review decisions within 21 days. However, timelines may vary based on article length, reviewer availability, and complexity. Special issues may follow alternative timelines based on the issue editor’s guidance.

Submission to Final Decision

The Journal of Allergy and Infectious Diseases aims for rapid review and turnaround times. On average, the time from submission to the final editorial decision is 42 days. This includes the time taken for peer review, revisions, and editorial assessments. Individual timelines may vary depending on delays in reviews or revisions.

Acceptance to Publication

Once accepted, articles move promptly to production for proofing and publication. We strive to make articles available online within 7 days of acceptance. Timelines may occasionally vary due to proof approval or additional amendments required.

Article Downloads and Views

The success of an article is reflected in its reach and engagement. Being an open-access journal, the Journal of Allergy and Infectious Diseases ensures broad visibility, increasing readership compared to subscription-based models.

Metrics such as total downloads and views are tracked for each article and displayed on the respective article and issue pages. Please note:

·         Views typically exceed downloads, as many readers engage with articles online.

·         Factors such as SEO optimization and promotional efforts influence these metrics significantly.