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Does peer review continue to be the best standard for ascertaining whether a manuscript is suitable for publication?

I am sure that all of us have encountered peer reviewers who are neither 'peers' in the true spirit of the word, or even good reviewers based on the quality of their reviews.  However, most (?almost all) journal editors are somewhat reluctant to look past a reviewers recommendation and exercise their editorial prerogative.  As a result, good research suffers! So what can be done? I don't have an answer but am looking for insightful comments/options. Thanks.     

Why is the ammonia/ammonium concentration highly increased during storage of human urine?

Hydrolysis of urine Why is the ammonia/ammonium concentration highly increased during storage of human urine?

What are the current hot topics in the study of critical points during the process of cell mutation and development into tumors? How to conduct in-depth research on the future use of AI?

Tumorigenesis is not a linear accumulation of mutations but rather a dynamic process punctuated by critical transition points—windows during which normal cells cross irreversible thresholds toward dysplasia, carcinoma in situ, and ultimately invasive malignancy. Understanding the molecular and ecological drivers of these “tipping points” is fundamental to early interception and prevention. I would like to ask the cancer biology and computational oncology community: Which specific transition...

Do you think plant-based foods are really healthier than meat?

How can scientist get grants in human nutrition field?

Human nutrition is a very interesting field that affect all our life, however,  grants opportunities are very scare

How do you balance writing new papers and revising drafts, especially when working on multiple projects with overlapping deadlines?

I often find myself torn between drafting new manuscripts and revising older ones under tight, conflicting deadlines. I’d love to hear how others handle this challenge.

How do you interpret the rising rate of caesarean section in the world? Is it due to patient factors or medical reasons?

It is known that the rate of caesarean deliveries are rising globally. Many factors are contributing to its increase. It is partly by the influence of patients themselves opting for surgery, while others may be driven by medically indicated or un-indicated reasons. 

How can I do a mediation model with one categorical and two continuous variables?

How can I do a mediation model with one categorical and two continuous variables

What can we do to promote the growth acceralation of micropremie babies in order to prevent extrauterin growth retardation?

It is a serious concern that micropremie babies do not chatch up growth to full-term babies.

If the planet is warming, why do we still get severe snowstorms—and in some places more snow than before?

In Europe, the USA, and other parts of the world, we have experienced ''surprisingly'' heavy snow in recent days. Even in Sweden, where I live, we have experienced more snow as usual in the last few days; however, we have had a warmer December as usual.