Review Timeline

Below is an overview of the review process and estimated timeline at eiRxiv, including the time manuscripts typically spend with authors during revisions. These times are all approximate and will vary depending on the number of manuscripts in our system at one time. During May through September we receive our highest number of submissions and there are usually delays of 2 weeks at each stage of the review process while we work to process all submissions.

Please wait to contact us about the status of your manuscript until at least one week after the time given on this timeline or in the most recent decision email you received from the journal - whichever is longer. We do not expedite the review and publication process of any manuscript at eiRxiv. See our Decision Terms information for how you can cite unposted submissions on applications or resumes.

•  The high school student submits their manuscript along with a mentor approval form.
• The mentor confirms that the research is original, ethically conducted, and meets basic academic standards.
• Once approved by the mentor, the manuscript proceeds to the Pre-Review stage.

•  The manuscript undergoes an initial quality check by the editorial team.
• The pre-review ensures clarity, proper structure, and adherence to basic scientific reporting guidelines.
• Minor revisions may be requested from the student.
• Once the manuscript meets the pre-review standards, it moves to the Accepted stage.

•  The manuscript is assigned a DOI and formatted for online posting.
• Authors are notified of acceptance, and any final formatting checks are completed.
• The preprint is prepared for public visibility.

•  The manuscript is posted on the preprint server.
• It is made publicly available for the scientific community and general audience.
• Authors can share and receive feedback on their work.