The Peer Review Process: Past, Present, and Future.

IF 2.7 4区 医学 Q2 MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY
British Journal of Biomedical Science Pub Date : 2024-06-17 eCollection Date: 2024-01-01 DOI:10.3389/bjbs.2024.12054
John A Drozdz, Michael R Ladomery
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Abstract

The peer review process is a fundamental aspect of modern scientific paper publishing, underpinning essential quality control. First conceptualised in the 1700s, it is an iterative process that aims to elevate scientific literature to the highest standards whilst preventing publication of scientifically unsound, potentially misleading, and even plagiarised information. It is widely accepted that the peer review of scientific papers is an irreplaceable and fundamental aspect of the research process. However, the rapid growth of research and technology has led to a huge increase in the number of publications. This has led to increased pressure on the peer review system. There are several established peer review methodologies, ranging from single and double blind to open and transparent review, but their implementation across journals and research fields varies greatly. Some journals are testing entirely novel approaches (such as collaborative reviews), whilst others are piloting changes to established methods. Given the unprecedented growth in publication numbers, and the ensuing burden on journals, editors, and reviewers, it is imperative to improve the quality and efficiency of the peer review process. Herein we evaluate the peer review process, from its historical origins to current practice and future directions.

同行评审程序:过去、现在和未来。
同行评审过程是现代科学论文出版的一个基本方面,是基本质量控制的基础。它是一个反复进行的过程,旨在将科学文献提升到最高标准,同时防止发表不科学、可能误导甚至剽窃的信息。人们普遍认为,科学论文的同行评审是研究过程中不可替代的基本环节。然而,科研和技术的飞速发展导致了论文数量的激增。这给同行评审制度带来了更大的压力。目前有几种成熟的同行评审方法,从单盲、双盲到公开透明的评审,但在不同期刊和研究领域的实施情况却大相径庭。一些期刊正在测试全新的方法(如合作评审),而另一些期刊则在试行改变既定方法。鉴于出版数量的空前增长,以及期刊、编辑和审稿人随之而来的负担,提高同行评审过程的质量和效率势在必行。在此,我们将从同行评审的历史渊源、当前实践和未来方向对其进行评估。
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British Journal of Biomedical Science
British Journal of Biomedical Science 医学-医学实验技术
CiteScore
4.40
自引率
15.80%
发文量
29
审稿时长
>12 weeks
期刊介绍: The British Journal of Biomedical Science is committed to publishing high quality original research that represents a clear advance in the practice of biomedical science, and reviews that summarise recent advances in the field of biomedical science. The overall aim of the Journal is to provide a platform for the dissemination of new and innovative information on the diagnosis and management of disease that is valuable to the practicing laboratory scientist.
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