- 1Submission
The author submits the manuscript online through the journal.
- 2Editorial check
The editor checks scope, formatting, similarity and completeness.
- 3Peer review
Independent experts review the manuscript in a blind process.
- 4Revision
The author answers the reviewers and uploads a revised version.
- 5Decision
The editor makes the final decision based on the reviews.
- 6Copyediting
Language, references and style are polished for publication.
- 7Production
The final layout (galleys) is prepared and proofread.
- 8Publication
The article is published open access in an issue.
Publication ethics
Verde journals follow internationally recognised publication-ethics practice. Plagiarism, data fabrication, duplicate submission and undeclared conflicts of interest are handled firmly and transparently.
Appeals and corrections
Authors may appeal a decision by writing to the editor with clear reasons. Errors found after publication are corrected through a published correction or, when needed, a retraction notice.
