A poignant piece in Science on the new #NHMRC peer review, specifically the loss of panels to decide grant outcomes: www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
However, changes have since been made, with a cross-review step between the de-anonymised reviewers. Also, apparently panels were biased against women.
Throughout the world, peer review serves as the cornerstone of the scientific enterprise, providing rigorous quality control and building the confidence that underpins progress for both science and so...