peer review

Question 1

define peer review

Answer 1

assessment of scientific work by others who are specialists in the same field to ensure any research intended for publication is of a high standard

Question 2

what are the 3 aims of peer review

Answer 2

• to allocate research funding
• validate the quality and relevance of the research
• suggest any amendments

Question 3

what are the 3 problems with the peer review process

Answer 3

• anonymity
• publication bias
• maintaining status quo

Question 4

why is anonymity a problem with peer review

Answer 4

reviewers may use anonymity to negatively affect other researchers

Question 5

why is publication bias a problem with peer review

Answer 5

journals may prefer to publish headline research to increase the readership of their journal. They also tend to favor studies with more positive results

Question 6

why is maintaining the status quo a problem with peer review

Answer 6

reviewers are usually established researchers so may be less likely to pass innovative research. Especially if it contradicts their research which may slow down the process of the research