Appeal process for Physical Review Letters

In summary, the appeal process for Physical Review Letters allows authors to contest decisions made on their submitted manuscripts. If a manuscript is rejected, authors can submit a formal appeal outlining their objections and providing additional evidence or arguments. The appeal is reviewed by the editor, who may consult with referees or other experts. The final decision on the appeal is made by the editor, and authors will be notified of the outcome, which may result in reinstatement of the manuscript for further consideration or a final rejection.
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I am a co-author of a manuscript recently submitted to PRL. We received comments from 2 reviewers: 1 of them suggested revisions, while the other recommended the paper be rejected. The comments from the second reviewer were vague, as he completely misunderstood the paper. The editor rejected our paper based on the reviewers' comments. Now, we would like to appeal against this rejection. Can someone please detail the procedure for the same? Although I am able to find some information here (https://journals.aps.org/authors/editorial-appeal-procedures), it does not describe the procedure to initiate the appeal process.
 
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sbhopala said:
I am a co-author of a manuscript recently submitted to PRL. We received comments from 2 reviewers: 1 of them suggested revisions, while the other recommended the paper be rejected. The comments from the second reviewer were vague, as he completely misunderstood the paper. The editor rejected our paper based on the reviewers' comments. Now, we would like to appeal against this rejection. Can someone please detail the procedure for the same? Although I am able to find some information here (https://journals.aps.org/authors/editorial-appeal-procedures), it does not describe the procedure to initiate the appeal process.
It seems one would appeal to the editor of the journal.
 
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Honestly, I think you're setting yourself up for unnecessary grief.

1. If a referee totally misunderstood the paper, it needs to be improved so the same doesn't happen with the general readership. If 50% of the readers misunderstood, that's a problem.

2. There are plenty of other journals. The paper could be in print somewhere else by the time you and the APS get done arguing.
 
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It seems one would appeal to the editor of the journal.
yes, I am aware of that. What i was not sure was if we had to email the editor/use the manuscript's submission system. Anyway, the customer support of APS journals just gave me an email id now - I need to use that for my appeal.
 
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Honestly, I think you're setting yourself up for unnecessary grief.

1. If a referee totally misunderstood the paper, it needs to be improved so the same doesn't happen with the general readership. If 50% of the readers misunderstood, that's a problem.

2. There are plenty of other journals. The paper could be in print somewhere else by the time you and the APS get done arguing.
1. I understand. however, it's more than that. the referee did not even read the manuscript thoroughly and carefully. Some of his comments were already addressed in the text.
2. PRL has already given us the option of transferring to PR Applied/PR Research, although I do not know if the manuscript will undergo another round of revision. if our appeal to the PRL editor doesn't work out, we will transfer our manuscript to one of these journals.
 
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Could you tell me the email id for appeal? Have you successfully initiated the appeal process? Thanks a lot!
 

FAQ: Appeal process for Physical Review Letters

What is the appeal process for Physical Review Letters?

The appeal process for Physical Review Letters allows authors to contest editorial decisions regarding their manuscripts. If a manuscript is rejected, authors can submit a formal appeal to the editorial board, providing a detailed rationale for why they believe the decision should be reconsidered.

How long do I have to submit an appeal after a rejection?

Authors typically have 30 days from the date of the rejection notification to submit an appeal. It is important to adhere to this timeline to ensure that the appeal is considered.

What should be included in an appeal letter?

An appeal letter should include a clear and concise explanation of the reasons for the appeal, addressing specific concerns raised by the reviewers and editors. Authors should also provide any new evidence or arguments that support their case for reconsideration.

Will my appeal be reviewed by the original editors?

No, appeals are usually reviewed by a different set of editors who were not involved in the original decision. This helps to ensure an unbiased assessment of the appeal.

What are the possible outcomes of an appeal?

The outcomes of an appeal can vary. The editorial board may uphold the original decision, overturn it and accept the manuscript for publication, or request further revisions before making a final decision. Authors will be notified of the outcome in due course.

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