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  • This initiative aims to increase openness in scientific communication.

Discussion:

  • Referee comments are now posted alongside preprint versions of research papers.
  • The journal is collaborating with Review Commons, a platform for pre-journal peer review.

Key Insights:

  • This move facilitates access to peer review evaluations before formal journal publication.
  • It supports the concept of Refereed Preprints in the life sciences.

Outlook:

  • This approach promotes greater transparency and efficiency in scientific publishing.
  • It encourages broader engagement with the peer review process.