A short analysis of basic principles how science works, how science is communicated, and how it is published A comprehensive presentation of how to write a review for a scientific journal

A discussion of ethical guidelines applicable in scientific publishing

An analysis and critique of various peer review procedures

Autorentext

Prof. Dr. J. Matthias Starck is Professor of Zoology, Department Biology II, at the Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich.

Inhalt
Essence of Scientific Communication.- Why Peer Review?.- Responsibilities of the Reviewer and Ethical Rules in the Reviewing Process.- Critique and Variations of the Journal Peer Reviewing Process.- Reviewer Recognition.- Institutions and Committees/Recommendations in Conflict.