GEO DATA

GEO DATA is a single-blind review and peer reviewed data journal with a rigorous editorial screening and assessment process consisting of several stages.

GEO DATA considers data articles from all disciplines within its aims and scope. The editorial boards members make decisions on manuscripts based on scientific rigor.

All authors, reviewers, and editors are expected to reply to GEO DATA queries in a timely manner, and to comply with all policies: Code of ethics, Operating rules for editorial committee, Rules for reviewing manuscripts, and Rules for submitting and publishing manuscripts. Any concerns about the content of correspondence or reviews should be raised to the attention of editorial office of GEO DATA by emailing geodata@gaidas.org.

Checking the status of your manuscript
The corresponding author can check the status of a submitted manuscript at any time in our submission system.

Manuscript Submission	GEO DATA has received the manuscript and is conducting an initial editorial assessment and screening for technical requirements.
EiC invited	The editorial office of GEO DATA is identifying the EiC to handle the submission.
With AE	The manuscript has been placed with the AE for handling.
Under review	The AE has invited peer reviewers to evaluate the manuscript.
Required reviews complete	Some or all assigned reviewers have submitted comments.
Decision in process	The AE considers reviewer feedback and their own evaluation of the manuscript in order to reach a decision. The following decision types are available: Accept, Minor, Major, Reject.
Notification to Author	Decisions are communicated to the corresponding author in a formal letter, along with reviewer feedback and any other requirements from the editorial office of GEO DATA.

Review Process