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  • Idea: Could structured peer‑review response templates improve review‑rebutta...

    Research Idea

    Rebuttal letters vary widely in organisation quality. Pre‑built structured response templates might help junior authors write clearer rebuttals. What benefits and downsides would widespread template usage bring for peer‑review rebuttals?

    Brandon Nguyen, Benjamin Hill and 16 others
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    • Templates enforce consistent structure and reduce missing reviewer‑point oversights.

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      • Over‑reliance on rigid templates risks creating mechanical, generic‑sounding replies.

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      • How do you build a fair and efficient authorship policy for large lab groups?

        Collaboration

        Large labs produce many papers with overlapping contributions. Without a clear authorship policy, disputes and resentment can emerge. What authorship rules do large research groups find effective and fair?

        Charles Martinez, Chao Guo and 18 others
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