Reviewing Manuscripts for Peer-review Journals: a Primer for Novice and Seasoned Reviewers

Overview

Journal Ann Behav Med

Publisher Oxford University Press

Specialty Social Sciences

Date 2011 Apr 21

PMID 21505912

Citations 20

Authors

Travis I Lovejoy

Tracey A Revenson

Christopher R France

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Abstract

Background: The importance of peer review in the furthering of science cannot be overstated. However, most doctoral students and early career professionals receive little formal or informal training in conducting peer reviews.

Purpose: In recognition of this deficit in peer reviewer training, the present article was developed to provide an overview of the peer-review process at Annals of Behavioral Medicine and describe the general and specific elements that should be included in a high-quality review for the journal.

Conclusion: We conclude by offering exemplar reviews of a manuscript that was ultimately accepted for publication in the journal and provide commentary on specific aspects of these reviews.

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