Peer review by committee? New journal rethinks old model

Stacks Journal introduces a collaborative peer review, aiming for a transparent and rewarding process. Committees review manuscripts, with all reports publicly posted. Articles receive credibility scores based on reviewer consensus, promoting transparency.

• Launched in July as an open-access, digital-only publication.
• Reviewers form committees of up to seven members.
• All peer-review reports are made public.
• Offers an annual membership for unlimited publishing.
• Founded by ecologist David Green.