double-blind peer review

Double-blind peer review is a process used in academic publishing to ensure objectivity. In this system, both the authors and the reviewers remain anonymous to each other. When a researcher submits a paper, their identity is hidden from the reviewers, and the reviewers' identities are hidden from the authors. This helps prevent bias, such as favoritism or prejudice, ensuring that the paper is judged solely on its quality and merits. The goal is to promote fairness and integrity in evaluating scientific work, leading to trustworthy and unbiased scholarly publishing.