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  • Should academic conferences shift toward more fully virtual formats in the f...

    Research Idea

    After the pandemic, many conferences returned to in‑person formats, but virtual and hybrid options remain popular. Virtual formats improve accessibility but weaken networking. What do you think is the right future balance between in‑person and virtual academic events?

    Chao Guo, Brandon Nguyen and 17 others
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    • Hybrid formats broaden access for researchers who cannot travel.

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      • In‑person interaction remains uniquely valuable for building real collaborations.

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      • Will community‑driven open peer‑review systems gain mainstream acceptance?

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        Several experimental open peer‑review platforms exist, where reviews are publicly visible and anyone can contribute comments. What barriers prevent these systems from replacing traditional closed journal peer‑review in mainstream academia?

        Mateo, Maverick and 4 others
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        • Many researchers worry public open reviews may create reputational risks for early‑career scholars.

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          • There is no clear incentive structure for high‑quality reviewing work on open platforms.

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