Defining the role of the peer reviewer
The tasks and responsibilities of peer reviewers are examined as a step towards reaching a consensus on their role in biomedical publishing
New guidelines for journals advise how to implement open peer review
As demand for transparency increases, many journals are adopting open peer review: learn more about best-practice guidelines for implementing such systems.
Open peer review: pilot studies reveal promising findings
As an increasing number of journals pilot transparent peer review, data indicate that open peer review does not compromise the process – at least when reviewers can stay anonymous.
Meeting report: summary of day 2 of the 2019 European ISMPP Meeting
Missed ISMPP EU 2019? Read our meeting report to get up to speed!
Is peer review coming out of the shadows?
Journals and funders pledge to publish peer review reports in a move to increase transparency of the publication process.
eLife trial new approach to peer review
eLife is trialling a novel form of open peer review that gives authors more control over their response to reviewers.