At the Journal of Anatolian Geography, peer reviewers are carefully selected to ensure the scientific quality and ethical standards of submissions. All articles undergo a double-blind peer review process, where reviewers assess the originality, methodological soundness, reliability of findings, and contribution to the literature.

Responsibilities of Reviewers:
1. Confidentiality: Reviewers must maintain the confidentiality of all information related to the manuscript during the review process and use it solely for evaluation purposes.
2. Objective and Constructive Feedback: Reviewers should provide objective evaluations free from personal biases, and their critiques should be constructive and based on scientific principles.
3. Avoiding Conflicts of Interest: Reviewers should decline the review process if they have any conflicts of interest and notify the editor immediately.
4. Attention to Ethical Issues: Reviewers are responsible for identifying any ethical concerns, such as plagiarism or copyright infringement, and reporting them to the editor.

Steps in the Review Process:
1. Initial Screening: The editor-in-chief assesses the manuscript for originality and scope relevance.
2. Reviewer Assignment: The manuscript is assigned to at least two reviewers with relevant expertise.
3. Evaluation: Reviewers assess the manuscript based on the criteria mentioned above and submit their reports to the editor-in-chief.
4. Revisions: Authors revise their manuscript based on reviewer feedback.
5. Final Decision: The editor-in-chief makes the final decision, considering reviewer reports and revisions.
For further details, you can consult the COPE Ethical Guidelines for Peer Reviewers.