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Explore the intricate world of the academic review process. From determining when a paper is finished to choosing the right journal for submission, this guide addresses essential questions such as how long the review takes and how to respond to reviewer comments. It emphasizes the importance of having others review your work before submission and outlines key considerations for effective peer review, including giving constructive feedback while avoiding personal attacks. Additionally, understand the types of decisions that journals can make regarding your submission.
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Review Process • Paper is “finished” • Who should you have read it first? • Paper is submitted • A vs. B vs. C journals—where to submit? • How long does the process take? • What do you do with the reviews when they get back? • How do you respond? (Always, especially to start with, have someone else read it!) • Remember that if someone says something is unclear, by definition, it IS unclear
Being a reviewer • Typically about 3 reviewers • Avoid ad hominem arguments • Say at least something nice • Be on time!
Things to look for by section • Intro • Method • Results • Discussion • Think about what journal it was submitted to • Think about what type of contribution it makes
Types of Decisions • Accept • Accept with revisions • Revise and resubmit • Reject