The Acta et Commentationes journal employs a rigorous double-blind peer review system to ensure the quality and scientific integrity of articles accepted for publication. The review process involves the following stages:

Submission and Initial Screening
• Articles must be submitted electronically to the Editorial Board at [email protected].
• Within seven days, authors will receive a confirmation email acknowledging receipt of the manuscript.
• An initial evaluation by the Editorial Board ensures the submission aligns with the journal’s thematic profile, formatting standards, and scope. If discrepancies are identified, the manuscript is returned to the authors for correction of the noted deficiencies.
• All submissions undergo plagiarism screening using sistemantiplagiat.ro to ensure originality and compliance with ethical standards.
• The articles that received the submission confirmation by the Editorial Board are subject to the double-blind review procedure.

Double-Blind Review Procedure
• The manuscript is anonymized to conceal the identity of the author(s) from reviewers and vice versa.
• Two expert reviewers, chosen based on their specialization and relevance to the article's subject matter, independently evaluate the manuscript using a standardized peer-review form.
• Reviewers assess the submission based on:
- Scientific Quality: Soundness of methodology, validity of analysis, and originality of contributions.
- Relevance and Impact: Importance to the academic field and potential to influence further research.
- Technical Precision: Clarity of presentation, adequacy of references, and absence of errors.

Review Outcomes
Each reviewer write a review report for the manuscript in which, briefly, mentions and argues the fulfilment degree of each criterion from the previously mentioned points, and he assigns one of the following outcomes:
• Accepted
• Accepted with Modifications (minor or major revisions)
• Rejected
Reviewer feedback is compiled and forwarded to the authors by the Editorial Board, providing clear recommendations or justifications for the decision.

Final Decision
The Editor-in-Chief consolidates the reviewers’ evaluations and makes the final decision regarding publication. The author is notified of the decision within 6 weeks after the acknowledgment of submission.

Timelines
• Manuscripts are typically processed and, if accepted, published within six months.
• Authors may contact the Editorial Board at any stage for updates on the review status.

Rights and Obligations
• Authors are entitled to request clarification on reviewer decisions and ensure adherence to ethical guidelines, including confirming originality and proper citation practices.
• Reviewers are responsible for providing impartial and constructive feedback, adhering to deadlines, and maintaining confidentiality.

Acta et Commentationes is committed to publishing high-quality, original research and adheres to the highest standards of academic integrity.  In 2024, the journal had an acceptance rate of 85%, reflecting its commitment to a rigorous yet inclusive peer-review process.