{"id":5878,"date":"2021-09-10T06:35:21","date_gmt":"2021-09-10T06:35:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.editage.com\/insights\/events\/behind-the-scenes-how-a-peer-reviewer-reviews-a-manuscript\/"},"modified":"2021-09-10T06:35:21","modified_gmt":"2021-09-10T06:35:21","slug":"behind-the-scenes-how-a-peer-reviewer-reviews-a-manuscript","status":"publish","type":"events","link":"https:\/\/www.editage.com\/insights\/behind-the-scenes-how-a-peer-reviewer-reviews-a-manuscript","title":{"rendered":"Behind the scenes – How a peer reviewer reviews a manuscript"},"content":{"rendered":"

Peer review is a critical component of the scholarly publishing process and peer reviewers are seen as gatekeepers of scientific quality, validating the significance and rigor of academic work. While previous discussions have focused on the process itself, Peer Review Week 2021<\/b>, with the theme of \u2018Identity in Peer Review<\/b>,\u2019 puts the spotlight on the people who are involved in this key process. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Being a peer reviewer adds great value to your resume and reputation, and reviewing good manuscripts also helps you improve your own work. That being said, researchers typically don\u2019t get formal training to become peer reviewers, it\u2019s a skill they are expected to have. So if you are an early career researcher who wants to be a peer reviewer, or have received your first peer review invitation but don\u2019t know how to get started, this interactive session is perfect for you. This live panel discussion<\/a><\/u><\/b> aims to guide those looking to build their identity as reviewers by outlining what peer reviewers focus on when evaluating manuscripts. \u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

In this engaging 60-minute session, you will:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n