The Golden Rule of Reviewing

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This article discusses the importance of prompt peer review to expedite the publication process. Peer review operates as a system of reciprocal altruism, where scientists serve as authors, reviewers, and editors. Delays in submitting reviews are often the main bottleneck in publishing. To mitigate this, reviewers should follow the Golden Rule of Reviewing: provide timely, thorough, and constructive critiques as soon as possible.

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Article Website: https://www.journals.uchicago.edu/doi/10.1086/598847