The use of double anonymity in peer review: a decision whose time has come?
The process of peer review for submissions to scientific journals is a well-established and widely used procedure. However, there may still be room for improvement in the procedural aspects of peer review. Advantages and disadvantages of the current system, against the introduction of systems using either no anonymity, or double anonymity, are assessed. Recommendations to improve the robustness and fairness of the peer review process are proffered for the reader's consideration.
Brown
Richard J C
RJ
Analytical Science Group, National Physical Laboratory, Teddington, Middlesex, UK.