For Editors

At Metaverse Science, Society and Law, editors play a central role in shaping the journal’s academic quality, interdisciplinary reach, and commitment to open knowledge. As a Diamond Open Access journal, we rely on the intellectual leadership and volunteer dedication of editors to ensure that publishing remains accessible, equitable, and rigorous.

We are always interested in collaborating with experienced and emerging scholars who are committed to advancing research on the Metaverse and its societal, technological, and legal implications.

Editorial Roles and Responsibilities

1. Editor-in-Chief

The Editor-in-Chief (EiC) provides strategic oversight and leads the editorial board. Responsibilities include:

  • Defining editorial scope, policy, and priorities
  • Assigning manuscripts to section editors or associate editors
  • Making final publication decisions based on peer review
  • Representing the journal at academic events and partnerships
  • Leading efforts to improve visibility, indexing, and quality

2. Section Editors

Each Section Editor oversees submissions in a specific thematic area (e.g., Law, XR Technologies, Ethics, Economy). Responsibilities include:

  • Conducting initial screening of manuscripts
  • Selecting and inviting peer reviewers
  • Evaluating reviewer feedback and recommending editorial decisions
  • Guiding authors through revisions
  • Ensuring submissions meet academic and ethical standards

3. Associate Editors / Editorial Board Members

Editorial board members support the journal by:

  • Reviewing manuscripts or assisting with editorial decisions
  • Promoting the journal in their academic networks
  • Advising on topical trends and potential special issues
  • Providing strategic guidance and quality assurance

Editorial Workflow Overview

  1. Manuscript Assignment: The EiC or Managing Editor assigns a new submission to an appropriate Section Editor.
  2. Initial Review: The assigned editor screens for scope, originality, ethical compliance, and formatting.
  3. Peer Review Coordination: Editors select at least two qualified reviewers and manage the review timeline.
  4. Decision Making: Editors synthesize reviewer feedback and recommend one of the following: Accept, Minor Revisions, Major Revisions, or Reject.
  5. Communication with Authors: Editors deliver decisions and ensure author revisions meet required standards.
  6. Finalization: Upon acceptance, editors confirm the manuscript’s readiness for publication.

Editorial Commitment

As a Diamond OA journal, we deeply value the time and expertise of our editors. In return, we offer:

  • Professional recognition on the journal website and publications
  • Eligibility to publish articles in the journal with priority handling and full APC waiver
  • Certificates of service or contribution upon request
  • Opportunities to lead special issues or thematic calls for papers
  • Networking within an international, interdisciplinary editorial community

Join Our Editorial Board

If you are an expert in a relevant field and interested in joining our editorial team, we welcome your expression of interest. Please visit our Become an Editor page or contact us directly at editorial-office@sciformat.ca with your CV and brief statement of interest.