How do I submit an academic paper to PUPARS?

Create a PUPARS account, log in, navigate to New Submission, fill in your project details and upload your document (PDF or DOCX, max 10MB). Your submission will be assigned to reviewers anonymously.

What file formats does PUPARS accept?

PUPARS accepts PDF, DOC, and DOCX files up to 10MB. Submissions must be academic work from registered Pwani University students.

How does anonymous peer review work on PUPARS?

PUPARS uses a double-blind review system. Reviewers cannot see the submitter's identity, and submitters cannot see which reviewer is evaluating their work. This ensures unbiased academic assessment.

How do I become a reviewer on PUPARS?

Register with your institutional email and select the Reviewer role. Reviewer accounts require approval by a Reviewer Admin before access is granted.

How does PUPARS authenticate documents?

Once a submission passes peer review and is approved, PUPARS embeds a cryptographic watermark and generates a unique authentication ID. This allows anyone to verify the document's authenticity and review status.

Help & Support | PUPARS Academic Platform

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Search verified institutional guidelines, find answers to common submission questions, or send an inquiry to the support desk.

Submission Guide

Learn formatting requirements, accepted document formats, metadata fields, and author privacy standards.

Review standards

Review & Forensic Seals

Understand the anonymous peer review timeline, scoring rubrics, and forensic QR authentication.

Review protocol

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Academic Desk Email

support@pars.com

Working Hours

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (EAT)

Consortium Location

Pwani University Academic Consortium, Kilifi, Kenya

Turnaround SLA

Initial response within 24 business hours