Peer Review Observer Program
What is Peer Review?
Peer review is the process of subjecting a researcher’s scholarly ideas to the scrutiny of others who are experts in the field. We, like the national funding agencies and others, uses the peer review process to assure that the research funded meets the highest standards of excellence.
Who should participate in the Peer Review Observer Program?
Researchers, individuals who assist in the development of research applications, and users of research are the target audience for this program. However, anyone with an interest in learning about health research is welcome to apply.
Why Participate in the Peer Review Observer Program?
Participants observing peer review meetings have the opportunity to enhance their understanding of the peer review process, with the intent that they will:
- gain an appreciation for the rigor by which applications are evaluated;
- learn from the discussion of applications what applicants can do to strengthen applications as well as how to address weaknesses in applications that may be identified through the peer review process; and
- increase the research enterprise’s understanding of the value peer review brings to the strength of evidence that can be used for making decisions.
When does the Peer Review Observer Program take place?
The Peer Review Observor Program takes place when the NSHRF Peer Review Committees (Health Policy, Health Services and Health Outcomes and Medical) meet. The 2012 committees will meet on the following dates:
- June 12-13, 2012 - Health Policy, Health Services and Health Outcomes Peer Review
- June 19-20, 2012 - Biomedical Peer Review
How can I participate in the Peer Review Observer Program?
We are currently accepting applications of interest for our Peer Review Observer Program. Full registration will open shortly.If you would like to be informed when registration is available, you can send us your contact information here. We will inform you via email when the registration form is posted on our website.
Please note that Observers are not premitted to participate in the proceedings in any way and must adhere to the same Confidentiality and Conflict of Interest Policies as the Reviewers themselves.
If you have any questions about these policies or any additional questions regarding the Peer Review Observer Program please contact NSHRF.