Scientific Reviewing—Editors’ Memo to Emerging Reviewers − 2

Key Points

• Key practices for effective scientific reviewing include thorough literature synthesis and clarity in editorial decision-making.
• Emerging reviewers are guided by established principles to ensure quality in peer review and improve the manuscript evaluation process.
• Observational analysis across various editorial scenarios reveals the importance of timely feedback and constructive criticism.
• Supporting emerging reviewers not only enhances their skills but may enable better quality control in scientific publishing.