LPHYS'25.  Peer Review Excellence Workshop:

About the Workshop

We are delighted to invite you to take part in the Peer Review Excellence Workshop, hosted by IOP Publishing, our long-standing partner in scientific publishing. This workshop is organised as part of the 33rd Annual International Laser Physics Conference (LPHYS’25) and is open to all registered participants.

Designed especially with early-career researchers and graduate students in mind, the workshop offers a unique opportunity to develop your reviewing skills, gain valuable insights from publishing professionals, and explore what it means to be an excellent peer reviewer in today’s research environment.

Whether you're new to peer review or looking to improve the quality of your reports, this interactive session will provide practical experience and ethical foundations that will benefit your scientific career.

Schedule and Venue

The workshop will take place on Thursday, 3 July 2025, from 14:30 to 16:30, at the Novotel Hotel.

Aims and Topics

  1. Peer Review Fundamentals – Understand why peer review matters, explore different peer review models, and learn how to write an excellent reviewer report.
  2. Hands-On Practice – Critique a sample manuscript review, discuss it in groups, and compare your work with another expert review.
  3. Peer Review Ethics – Identify types of misconduct, assess real-world examples, and understand what steps to take when serious issues are discovered.

Learning Outcomes

After completing the workshop, participants will be able to spot common mistakes in peer review reports, avoid frequent pitfalls, and understand what makes a truly excellent review.

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Registration

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