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Welcome to the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section of the North African Journal of Food and Nutrition Research (NAJFNR). This section aims to provide rapid answers to frequently inquiries from authors, reviewers, and readers. If you cannot find the information you are looking for here, please refer to our detailed "Instructions for Authors" or contact the editorial office directly.

 

For Authors

 

1. What types of articles does NAJFNR publish? NAJFNR publishes original research articles, review articles, and occasionally editorials. We focus on high-quality research in food science, nutrition, and public health.

 

2. How do I submit my manuscript? Manuscripts should be submitted exclusively through our online submission system, (OJS) https://najfnr.com/home/about/submissions. Please ensure your manuscript adheres to our "Guide for Authors" before submission.

 

3. What are the formatting requirements for manuscripts? Detailed formatting guidelines, including manuscript structure, referencing style, figure and table specifications, and word limits, are provided in our "Guide for Authors" on the journal's website.

 

4. What is NAJFNR's peer review process? NAJFNR employs a rigorous double-blind peer review process. Submitted manuscripts are initially assessed by the Editor-in-Chief for suitability and scope. If deemed appropriate, they are then sent to at least two independent expert reviewers. Authors will receive feedback and a decision following the completion of the review process.

 

5. What is the typical timeline for peer review and publication? While timelines can vary, we strive to complete the initial review process within the following timeline:

Publication Timeline:    

- Median Time from Manuscript Submission to First Editorial Decision: 30 days

- Average Time from Manuscript Submission to Final Editorial Decision: 14 weeks

- Average Time from Manuscript Acceptance to Online Publication: 20 days 

The overall publication time depends on the number of revisions required.

 

6. Are there any Article Processing Charges (APCs)? 

  • "Yes, NAJFNR levies an Article Processing Charge (APC) upon acceptance of a manuscript to cover publication costs.

  • "Information regarding APCs and potential waivers is detailed in APCs page"

 

7. What is NAJFNR's Open Access policy? 

  • "NAJFNR is a fully Open Access journal, meaning all articles are freely available immediately upon publication under a  Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) license."

 

8. What is the journal's policy on preprints?

Authors are permitted to post preprints of their manuscripts on recognized preprint servers (e.g., arXiv, Research Square) before or concurrently with submission to NAJFNR. Please ensure that, upon publication, the preprint is updated with a link to the final published version in NAJFNR.

 

9. Can I submit a manuscript that has been previously presented at a conference?

Yes, you may submit a manuscript based on work previously presented at a conference, provided that the current manuscript represents a substantial extension or significant new analysis of the work and meets our originality criteria. Full disclosure of the previous presentation is required upon submission.

 

10. How can I check the status of my submission?

You can track the status of your manuscript by logging into our online submission system using your author credentials. (https://najfnr.com/home/login)

 

 

For Reviewers

 

1. How do I become a reviewer for NAJFNR?

If you are an expert in food science, nutrition, or public health research and wish to contribute to NAJFNR, please send your CV and a brief statement of your areas of expertise to the Editor-in-Chief at [khaledmb@najfnr.com]. For more information please visit the "Apply as Review-Editor" page

 

2. What are the expectations for reviewers?

Reviewers are expected to provide constructive, fair, and timely feedback on submitted manuscripts. This includes evaluating the manuscript's originality, methodology, results, discussion, clarity, and adherence to ethical guidelines. Detailed reviewer guidelines are provided upon invitation. For more information, kindly refer to our Editorial Memebers'Guide 

 

3. What is the typical timeframe for completing a review?

We typically request reviewers to complete their assessment within 3-4 weeks from the date of invitation. If you require an extension, please contact the editorial office promptly.

 

4. Is the peer review process confidential?

Yes, the peer review process is strictly confidential. Reviewers must not share or discuss the manuscript or their review comments with anyone outside the editorial team.

 

5. What should I do if I have a conflict of interest?

If you identify any potential conflict of interest (personal, financial, competitive) with the authors or the content of the manuscript, please decline the review invitation and notify the editorial office immediately.

 

6. Does NAJFNR offer recognition for reviewers?

We acknowledge the invaluable contribution of our reviewers. We can provide a certificate of appreciation upon request and are registered with [Reviewer Credit] to recognize reviewer contributions.

 

 

General Information / For Readers

 

1. What is the scope of NAJFNR?

The North African Journal of Food, Nutrition and Health Research (NAJFNR) is an international, peer-reviewed journal publishing original research and review articles across the broad fields of food science, human nutrition, public health nutrition, and their interconnections with health outcomes.

 

2. Is NAJFNR indexed in major databases?

Yes, NAJFNR is committed to broad dissemination and is actively pursuing indexing in major international databases such as: Scopus  Jics, Crossref, WHO, Scimago Journal and Country Rank (SJR), Food Science and Technology Abstracts (FSTA), Scilit, African Journal Online (AJOL), Information Matrix for the Analysis of Journals (MIAR), and others. Our current indexing status can be found on our 'Indexing and Abstracting' page."

 

3. How can I access articles published in NAJFNR? 

All articles published in NAJFNR are Open Access and can be freely accessed and downloaded from our website (Archives)

 

4. What are NAJFNR's ethical guidelines?

NAJFNR adheres to the highest ethical standards in scholarly publishing, following guidelines from organizations such as the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Our full ethical policies on authorship, plagiarism, data integrity, and conflicts of interest are available on our website (Publication Ethics).

 

5. How often is NAJFNR published?

NAJFNR is published biannually. You can find information on our latest issue and upcoming publication schedule on the journal's homepage.

 

6. How can I contact the NAJFNR editorial office?

You can reach our editorial office via email at [contact@najfnr.com]. For specific inquiries, please refer to the contact details provided in the "Contact Us" section.

We hope this FAQ section is helpful. Thank you for your engagement with the North African Journal of Food and Nutrition Research.