Daniel and Kelly’s Extraordinary Universe How does scientific peer review work?
Sep 11, 2025
Discover the intricate world of scientific peer review and its vital role in ensuring research integrity. Explore the rigorous grant writing landscape, likening it to an Olympic event. The hosts also tackle ethical considerations in research involving living beings. Get insights into the value of publishing null results and the importance of transparency in methodologies. They even share some humorous anecdotes about their pet ownership, blending personal stories with academic discussions. Join them as they navigate the challenges and dynamics shaping the peer review process.
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Thousands Of Authorships In Big Physics
- Daniel says he is listed on over a thousand papers in the ATLAS collaboration despite not reading most of them.
- Large collaborations include everyone who contributed during an authorship period, inflating author lists.
Peer Review Starts With Grants
- Peer review happens at multiple stages, starting with grant review before experiments begin.
- Grants are vetted by expert panels that judge intellectual merit and broader impacts.
Write Grants As Detailed Proposals
- Do prepare grants with detailed aims, budgets, timelines, and broader impacts; expect months of work.
- Anticipate rigorous peer review by three experts and a panel before funding decisions.