Peer Review Process

Every manuscript is peer reviewed, according to the following procedures.

Initial Manuscript Evaluation

The Editors first evaluate all manuscripts. In many cases, the Editors will return a paper promptly to its author(s) at this stage because it clearly does not match the journal's stated interests or level of quality. Submissions that meet the minimum criteria are normally passed on to at least 2 experts for review. In rare cases, however, an exceptionally strong manuscript might be accepted after the initial reading.

Type of Peer Review

The MJM employs single-blind reviewing, in which the reviewer is unknown to the author, but the identity of the author is known to the reviewer.

Final Report

Referees advise the Editors. The Editors' decision to accept or to reject a manuscript will be sent promptly to the author, with suitably detailed explanations.

The Editors' Decision is Final

The Editors are responsible for the final decision to accept or to reject a given manuscript, and there the process ends.