Member Guide

As a member, you can submit research papers, track their progress through the review process, and respond to reviewer feedback.

What You Can Do

Submit Papers

Upload your research papers for peer review

Track Status

Monitor your papers through the review process

View Feedback

Read comments and suggestions from reviewers

Submit Revisions

Upload revised versions based on feedback

Browse Research

Read published papers from the community

Build Portfolio

Showcase your published work

Your Workflow

1

Write Your Paper

Prepare your research paper offline. Include a clear title, abstract, and main content. Save it as a PDF file.

Tips:

  • Follow standard academic paper structure
  • Include citations for all sources
  • Proofread carefully before submission
2

Submit for Review

Upload your paper through the submission form. Provide the title, abstract, and select a subject area.

Tips:

  • Write a clear, concise abstract
  • Choose the most relevant subject area
  • You can submit to a competition if one is active
3

Wait for Review

Two reviewers will claim your paper and provide feedback. You'll see the status change from 'Submitted' to 'Under Review'.

Tips:

  • Reviews typically take 1-2 weeks
  • You can check your paper status anytime
  • Be patient - quality feedback takes time
4

Receive Feedback

Once reviews are complete, you'll receive detailed feedback including comments on specific sections and an overall recommendation.

Tips:

  • Read all comments carefully
  • Note both praise and areas for improvement
  • Don't take criticism personally - it helps improve your work
5

Revise If Needed

If revisions are requested, address the feedback and upload a new version of your paper. Include a summary of what you changed.

Tips:

  • Address each reviewer comment specifically
  • Write a clear revision summary
  • You can revise up to 3 times
6

Final Decision

An advisor will make the final decision: Accept, Request More Revisions, or Reject. Accepted papers will be published.

Tips:

  • Accepted papers are published on the Research page
  • Rejection is rare and comes with detailed feedback
  • Published papers build your academic portfolio

Understanding Paper Status

DraftYou're still working on the paper (not yet implemented)
SubmittedPaper submitted, waiting for reviewers to claim it
Under ReviewTwo reviewers are actively reviewing your paper
Revision RequestedReviewers want changes - upload a revised version
AcceptedYour paper has been approved!
PublishedYour paper is live on the Research page
RejectedPaper not accepted (includes feedback for improvement)

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the review process take?

Typically 1-2 weeks for the initial review. Revisions may add additional time.

Can I withdraw my submission?

Contact a club lead or advisor to discuss withdrawing a submission.

How many papers can I submit?

There's no limit on submissions. Quality is more important than quantity.

What if I disagree with reviewer feedback?

Include your perspective in the revision summary. Advisors consider both viewpoints.

Can I co-author a paper?

Currently, papers have one primary author. Mention collaborators in acknowledgments.