Reimagining the peer review process
Addressing bias and fairness
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 21740767 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Aubree A Herman (0009-0007-3120-1154, Texas Tech University, corresponding author) |
| Year | 2026 |
| Volume | 26 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Pages | 16-24 |
| Publication date | 2026-01-02 |
| Open Access | No |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Review of Communication (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1535-8593 • E-ISSN: 1535-8593 |
| Publisher | Informa UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1080/15358593.2025.2517021 |
| OpenAlex | W4411804444 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 1 |
The peer review process is considered the gold standard of academic publishing. However, when exploring the process in greater detail, biases and challenges exist. By exploring existing literature, this paper highlights biases within academic peer review, including gender discrimination, language barriers, and the implications of institutional prestige. Additional challenges including reviewer fatigue, harsh feedback, and the tendency of journals to publish statistically significant results are discussed. Potential solutions to combat these issues include implementing mandatory peer review training programs and diversifying editorial boards. Ultimately, this paper adds to a larger conversation surrounding fairness in publishing and how the communication discipline can better its existing practices to best serve those who dedicate so much to its development and success
Business · Internet privacy · Peer review · Political science · Process management · Academic Publishing and Open Access · Computer Science · Law · Psychology
| Citations per year | 1 |
|---|---|
| Citation span | 2026 - 2026 (1) |
| Highly cited | No |