BMC Ecology and Evolution, a leading journal in the field of ecology and evolution, has announced its collaboration with Peer Community In (PCI) as a PCI-friendly journal. This new partnership signifies BMC Ecology and Evolution's commitment to supporting open research and fostering collaboration within the scientific community.
Peer Community In (PCI) is a non-profit organization that aims to establish research communities for the review and recommendation of preprints in various fields. These communities, known as "Peer Community In X," consist of expert researchers who provide thorough peer review reports and recommendations. Currently, there are 14 PCIs covering different scientific disciplines.
As a PCI-friendly journal, BMC Ecology and Evolution welcomes submissions of articles that have been recommended by PCI Ecology, PCI Evolutionary Biology, and PCI Paleontology. The journal may utilize the PCI reviews and recommendations as part of its own review process, when deemed appropriate.
Authors who have received a PCI recommendation may choose to publish their manuscripts within the BMC Series, ensuring that their research undergoes a rigorous peer review process and gains visibility through inclusion in well-known indexing services. By publishing in BMC Ecology and Evolution, authors can reach a broad audience of researchers and practitioners in their respective fields.
It is important for reviewers participating in the PCI peer review process to consent to the release of their names to PCI-friendly journals. BMC Ecology and Evolution will only consider PCI-recommended manuscripts if this information is provided. Additionally, similar to other articles published in the BMC Series, readers will have access to the peer review histories of manuscripts received through PCI.
Authors submitting PCI-recommended manuscripts will be required to pay the standard article processing charge. Final acceptance of the manuscript will be subject to the journal's editorial criteria and formatting guidelines.
BMC Ecology and Evolution's collaboration with Peer Community In underscores its dedication to advancing open research practices and facilitating the dissemination of high-quality scientific findings. By embracing innovative approaches to peer review and publication, the journal continues to contribute to the growth and development of the fields of ecology and evolution.
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