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Peer review

This session is aimed at doctoral and early career researchers, and provides an introduction to the basics of peer review. Covering the role and importance of peer review to research quality, research integrity and researchers’ careers, the session uses practical examples to explain the peer review process for both journal articles and book proposals. Guest speaker and co-editor of UoL Press book Providing for the Poor: The Old Poor Law, 1750–1834, Dr Peter Collinge, joins us to share insights from his own experiences of having his journal articles peer-reviewed. 

If you’re looking for guidance on what to expect when getting your publications peer reviewed, or tips on being a peer reviewer yourself, this session will be useful for you. 

Session leaders

Dr Emma Gallon (Publisher, University of London Press, Dr Amaan Hyder (Journals Editorial Manager, University of London Press) and Dr Peter Collinge (Keele University).

Learning outcomes

By the end of this session you will be able to:

  • Consider the role of peer review in scholarly publishing and its importance in supporting research quality and integrity.
  • Identify the different peer review models in current use.
  • Summarise the steps involved in the peer review process for both journals and books.
  • Describe the main responsibilities and expectations of peer reviewers.

Slides and session materials

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