Peer Review Attribution
nounPronunciation: /ˈpɪər rɪˈvjuː ətˈtrɪbjuːʃən/
The documented identification and acknowledgment of peer reviewers' contributions to the evaluation and improvement of published manuscripts. Some journals implement named attribution while others maintain confidentiality depending on their review model policies.
Plain English
Publicly crediting or naming the reviewers who evaluated a manuscript before publication.
Etymology & History
Usage
"The journal implemented peer review attribution to increase transparency and recognize reviewers' scholarly contributions."
Style guide notes: Use 'peer review attribution' when discussing transparent reviewer identification models specifically.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do all journals use peer review attribution?
No; most maintain anonymity, while some progressive journals offer optional named review for transparency.
Can reviewers decline attribution?
Yes; journals typically allow reviewers to choose anonymity even when the journal offers attribution options.
Why Test Candidates on This?
Relevant for assessing knowledge of evolving journal transparency practices and reviewer recognition strategies.
Required skill level: Mid