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Peer Review
A process where experts in the same field evaluate the methods, originality, validity, content, and language of a research article without payment.
Journal Selection
The decision to submit a research article to a specific journal based on its audience or prestige.
Editor's Decision
The final determination made by the editor of a journal on whether to accept or reject a research report based on reviewer comments/recommendations.
Importance of Peer Review
It helps prevent faulty data from being published, checks the validity of findings, and assesses the quality of methodology.
Challenges in Peer Review
Issues such as slowing down publication, hindering new work, and potential misuse by reviewers to block competition.
Internet Impact
The rise of online platforms has led to more research being published without traditional peer review, though evolving systems aim to engage a broader audience in quality control.
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