(18 Sep 2026) Peer Review Week (PRW) 2026 will take place from 14–18 September 2026, bringing together the global scholarly community around this year’s theme: “Peer Review Capacity: Volume, Speed, and Quality.”
At its core, this theme reflects a growing challenge across the research ecosystem. As submission volumes continue to rise and expectations for faster decision-making increase, peer review systems are under mounting pressure to keep pace. Together, volume, speed, and quality define a balance that the system is increasingly being asked to maintain. This year’s theme focuses on how the community can respond to that demand while preserving the quality, trust, and integrity – the pillars sustaining peer review.
Throughout PRW 2026, the global community will explore:
- Managing growth without compromising quality
- Balancing speed with rigorous evaluation
- Supporting and recognizing reviewers
- The role of technology in scaling peer review
- Differences across regions, disciplines, and publishing models
This year’s discussions aim to move beyond identifying challenges and toward shared understanding and practical approaches. These discussions aim to move the conversation from awareness toward practical, community-driven responses.
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