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desk review assessment

noun

Pronunciation: /desk rɪˈvjuː əˈsɛsmənt/

An editorial evaluation conducted without external peer review to determine whether a manuscript meets minimum quality, scope, and methodological standards for formal consideration. The assessment determines whether a submission advances to peer review or receives desk rejection.

Plain English

An editor's initial evaluation to decide if a manuscript should proceed to peer review.

Etymology & History

Origin languageEnglish, Latin
Rootdesk (work surface), review (to view again), assessment (appraisal)
First recorded use1980s
Usage frequencyVery common

Usage

"The desk review assessment eliminated 40% of submissions before they reached peer reviewers."

Style guide notes: Prefer 'desk review assessment' over 'desk review' when clarity about evaluation purpose is needed.

Also known as

editorial screening initial editorial evaluation triage assessment

Contrasted with

peer review verdict external evaluation

Related Terms

Frequently Asked Questions

Who conducts the desk review assessment?

The editor-in-chief or assigned editorial staff without external reviewers.

What criteria guide desk review assessment?

Journal scope, manuscript quality, methodological soundness, and formatting compliance.

Why Test Candidates on This?

Critical for understanding editorial decision-making processes and manuscript filtering mechanisms.

Required skill level: Mid

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