Al-Beltagi Mohammed
Department of Pediatric, Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University, Tanta 31511, Alghrabia, Egypt.
Department of Pediatric, University Medical Center, King Abdulla Medical City, Arabian Gulf University, Manama 26671, Bahrain.
World J Methodol. 2025 Sep 20;15(3):98795. doi: 10.5662/wjm.v15.i3.98795.
The rise of the "fishing reviewer" phenomenon presents a significant threat to the integrity of academic publishing, undermining the credibility of the peer review process and eroding trust in scientific journals. This editorial explores the risk factors contributing to this troubling trend and identifies key indicators to recognize such reviewers. To address this issue, we propose strategies, including enhanced reviewer vetting, comprehensive training, and transparent recognition policies to foster a culture of accountability and ethical conduct in scholarly review. By implementing these measures, we can safeguard the quality and credibility of academic research.
“钓鱼审稿人”现象的兴起对学术出版的诚信构成了重大威胁,破坏了同行评审过程的可信度,并侵蚀了对科学期刊的信任。本社论探讨了导致这一不良趋势的风险因素,并确定了识别此类审稿人的关键指标。为解决这一问题,我们提出了一些策略,包括加强审稿人审查、全面培训以及透明的认可政策,以在学术评审中营造一种问责和道德行为的文化。通过实施这些措施,我们可以保障学术研究的质量和可信度。