Resources for IJN Reviewers
Tools and guidance that help reviewers deliver clear, consistent, and high value feedback for nutrition research.
Journal Metrics
Consistent, transparent publishing metrics help authors plan submissions and track impact. The following benchmarks are applied across the International Journal of Nutrition.
Journal At a Glance
International Journal of Nutrition is a peer reviewed, open access journal focused on clinical nutrition, public health nutrition, dietary assessment, and food science. The journal emphasizes transparent methods, data availability, and rapid dissemination for real world impact.
- ISSN: 2379-7835
- Open access publishing model
- DOI assigned to every article
- Global readership and indexing distribution
Key Reviewer Tools
Review Checklist
Step by step checklist covering rigor, clarity, and ethical reporting.
Decision Templates
Structured formats that align comments with decision criteria.
Reporting Guidance
Support for evaluating trials, observational studies, and reviews.
Ethics References
Guidance for handling conflicts, consent, and data integrity.
Best Practice Tips
High quality reviews focus on evidence and clarity. Provide specific comments, cite missing evidence, and suggest improvements that help authors strengthen their work.
- Separate major and minor comments
- Reference tables or figures when needed
- Focus on methodology and interpretation
- Avoid subjective or personal language
Review Quality Checklist
- Is the study design appropriate for the research question?
- Are statistics reported clearly and correctly?
- Do conclusions match the data presented?
- Are ethical approvals and consent statements provided?
Reporting Standards
Reviewers are encouraged to consider recognized reporting standards when evaluating submissions. This improves transparency and reproducibility in nutrition science.
- Clinical trial reporting clarity
- Systematic review completeness
- Observational study bias assessment
- Data availability and code transparency
- Clear reporting of limitations and generalizability
Support from IJN
Reviewers can contact the editorial office for clarifications on scope, ethical concerns, or reporting standards. We are committed to making the process efficient and respectful of your time.
If a manuscript falls outside your expertise, notify the editor so the review can be reassigned quickly.
Additional guidance can be provided upon request.
We can share examples and templates on request.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to use a template?
Templates are recommended for consistent feedback but not mandatory.
How do I report ethical concerns?
Contact the editor directly with clear details.
Can I access past reviews?
Yes. Prior reviews are available in the reviewer system.
Will I get reminders?
Yes. Automated reminders are sent before deadlines.
