Academic publisher Cambridge University Press has announced its participation in Peer Review Week – an annual event to recognise and highlight the essential work done by peer reviewers. Throughout this week Cambridge wants to acknowledge the time and effort required for peer review and the value the peer review process adds to the validity and growth of research.
The week runs from September 19-23, 2016, and individuals, institutions, societies, and journals are coming together to celebrate and salute peer reviewers and communicate that good peer review is critical to scholarly communication.
This year's theme is 'Recognition for Review' and will explore all aspects of how those participating in review activity – in publishing, grant review, conference submissions, promotion and tenure, and more – should be recognised for their contribution.
Cambridge has also teamed up with Publons, who work with the world's top publishers to verify and showcase peer review contributions in journals, to support the Sentinels of Science awards, which will reward top peer reviewers for their work. Winners will receive special acknowledgement and endorsement, signifying their commitment to the peer review process.
Prominent Cambridge authors including Michael Alvarez and Martin Eve will also be offering exciting blog posts throughout the week, while Cambridge editors will give insider publishing tips. Other activity includes the launch of 3 new Author Hub guides supporting authors on best practice in Peer Review across Books, Journals, and via Publons. These guides can be accessed at www.cambridge.org/authorhub.
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