Publication Frequency
SEMPOA publishes two regular issues each year:
| Issue 1 | February |
| Issue 2 | August |
Manuscripts may be submitted at any time throughout the year. SEMPOA operates a continuous submission system and does not require authors to wait for a specific issue or submission period.
Manuscripts are processed according to the order in which they complete the editorial and peer-review stages, subject to editorial priorities and the availability of space in the scheduled issue.
SEMPOA aims to conduct editorial assessment and peer review efficiently while maintaining appropriate scholarly standards.
| Manuscript Submission | Anytime |
| Initial Editorial Screening | Normally within 1–2 weeks |
| Peer Review and Initial Decision | Approximately 7–8 weeks from submission |
| Publication Schedule | February and August |
The stated editorial timelines are indicative rather than guaranteed.
Processing time may vary depending on the complexity of the manuscript, availability of suitable reviewers, the extent of revisions required, author response time, and the number of peer-review rounds.
SEMPOA prioritizes the quality, independence, and integrity of editorial and peer-review assessment over publication speed.
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