Reviewer Resources
JLCE provides resources to help reviewers deliver clear, evidence based feedback.
These tools support consistency across epidemiology reviews.
Tools for reviewers
Review checklists
Structured checklists for methodology and reporting.
Reporting guidelines
Links to STROBE, PRISMA, CONSORT, and RECORD.
Ethics guidance
Policies on consent and conflicts.
Statistics support
Guidance on analytic review.
Data transparency
Expectations for data availability statements.
Editorial contacts
Direct support channels for questions.
Questions to consider
Study design
Is the design appropriate for the research question?
Methods clarity
Are methods detailed enough for replication?
Results alignment
Do results support the conclusions?
Statistics
Are analyses appropriate and transparent?
Limitations
Are limitations clearly stated?
Ethics
Are approvals and consent documented?
Data access
Is the data availability statement complete?
Conflicts
Are conflicts of interest disclosed?
When to contact the editor
If you suspect misconduct, data manipulation, or serious ethical concerns, alert the editor directly with evidence.
For questions about scope or expectations, contact the editorial office to avoid delays.
When to raise concerns
If you identify misconduct or serious ethical concerns, alert the editor with evidence.
For process questions, contact the editorial office to avoid delays.
Reminders for high quality reviews
Methods focus
Evaluate study design and bias control carefully.
Statistical clarity
Check that models and assumptions are described.
Data alignment
Confirm results match tables and figures.
Limitations
Ensure limitations are discussed clearly.
Public health relevance
Assess policy or prevention implications.
Transparency
Verify data availability statements are included.
Using resources efficiently
Use the review checklist to organize comments and reduce missed issues.
Flag unclear methods early so editors can request clarifications promptly.
Stay efficient and consistent
Use the JLCE review checklist to ensure all methodological elements are covered.
Templates help structure comments on data integrity, bias, and reporting quality.
Contact the editorial office for guidance on conflicts or scope questions.
Help when needed
Checklists help ensure coverage of bias, confounding, and reporting standards.
Contact the editorial office if a manuscript is outside your expertise or presents conflicts.
Use the JLCE checklist to stay consistent across diverse study designs and data sources.
Become a JLCE Reviewer
Help evaluate epidemiology evidence and improve the quality of published research.
