Average time from manuscript submission to publication, depending on the field and journal.
Peer reviewers typically spend 4 to 8 hours evaluating a single manuscript, contributing to the time-intensive nature of the process.
Approximately 40% of manuscripts undergo revision and resubmission after initial peer review.
On average, 2 to 3 peer reviewers assess each submitted manuscript for quality and relevance.
Peer-reviewed articles are cited, on average, 1.6 times more often than non-peer-reviewed articles, demonstrating the value of the process.
About 30% to 40% of manuscripts submitted to journals are rejected without review due to being outside the scope or lacking quality.
Acceptance rates for journals vary widely, with some prestigious journals having acceptance rates as low as 5%
