In this important role, you will evaluate manuscripts for scientific validity and methodological rigor, providing constructive feedback to authors and editors. Your expertise will uphold high standards of scholarship and advance knowledge in your field, shaping the future of research.
Your contributions are essential for maintaining rigorous scientific standards and ensuring that published work meets academic excellence. By participating in the peer review process, you help uphold the integrity of the scientific community, identify innovative ideas, and protect against misinformation. This responsibility positions you to influence the future direction of research in your discipline.
Benefits of being a reviewer
Becoming a reviewer for Karger offers numerous advantages that extend beyond personal development:
Stay informed about the latest advancements in your area of expertise
Gain recognition through:
- Reviewer certificates
- Automatic updates to your ORCID peer review section
- Annual acknowledgment in journals
- Best Reviewer Awards in selected journals
- Automatic updates to your ORCID peer review section
- Facilitated path to claiming EACCME® credits for reviewing (fees may apply)
- Contribute meaningfully to the advancement of science
How to Get Started
To embark on this rewarding journey, begin by building your research profile through relevant publications. Reach out directly to journal editors to express your interest in reviewing and seek recommendations from senior colleagues to enhance your visibility.
We provide comprehensive resources (link), including detailed guidelines and e-learning courses, to support you in becoming an effective reviewer. We encourage researchers at all career stages to explore these materials and consider nominating themselves as reviewers using our self-nomination form below:
More on our reviewer recognition
Reviewer Certificate and ORCiD Peer Review Section | EACCME® Recognition of Reviewer Certificate |
All Karger reviewers can download a reviewer recognition certificate after they have completed their review. Karger reviewers can also automatically update their ORCiD peer review section to raise the visibility of their efforts and contributions. |
Karger's Reviewer Certificate is EACCME® pre-approved. Claim your EACCME® credits independently on the section "Reviewing scientific and educational material (REV)". Please note that a fee might be charged by EACCME®. |