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Developing the infrastructure for patient review in academic journals
Sophie Staniszewska1, Richard Stephens2, Ella Flemyng3
11Warwick Research in Nursing, University of Warwick Medical School, Coventry, UK.
Research Involvement and Engagement
|September 15, 2018
Summary
Patient reviewers enhance academic publishing by providing valuable feedback. This study surveyed their motivations and feedback to improve training, engagement, and community building for better peer review processes.
Area of Science:
- Health and social care research
- Academic publishing
- Patient and public involvement
Background:
- Peer review is crucial for assessing manuscript quality in academic publishing.
- Research Involvement and Engagement is a unique journal co-produced with patients and the public.
- It incorporates diverse stakeholders, including patients, carers, policymakers, funders, and practitioners, alongside traditional reviewers.
Discussion:
- A recent survey explored patient reviewers' motivations and feedback within academic journals.
- Findings were analyzed to inform current practices and future developments.
- The study reflects on existing processes and identifies areas for enhancement.
Key Insights:
- Patient reviewers offer unique perspectives to the academic peer review process.
- Understanding reviewer motivations is key to improving engagement and retention.
- Feedback highlights needs for enhanced training, clearer guidance, and better system integration.
Outlook:
- Future plans include developing improved training and guidance for all reviewers.
- System and workflow adjustments will be made to better support the peer review process.
- Emphasis will be placed on acknowledging reviewers, fostering engagement, and building a supportive community.
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