80072332 - Fundamentals of Navigating the Peer Review Process by Vision Journal Editors

Saturday, July 25, 2026, 8:45 AM - 12:30 PM, Online


Peer review is a critical component to the process of reporting research. This component includes reviewing manuscripts as well as overseeing the peer review process by editors and editorial board members. While these processes are important skills and services to the scientific community, navigating the art of peer review and editor tasks can be a daunting process, considering the scarcity of formal training opportunities with in the realm of vision research. Understanding these processes can be important to authors, reviewers, editorial board members, and editors. This course aims to bridge the crucial gap, guided by the expertise of Editors in Chief from prestigious vision science journals, American Journal of Ophthalmology, Investigative Ophthalmology and Visual Science, JAMA Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology Science, Optometry and Vision Science, and Translational Vision Science and Technology. Through a blend of didactic instruction and engaging roundtable discussions, this course will unveil the nuances of effective peer review and the peer review process in ophthalmology and vision science.

1. Describe the key components and purpose of the journal peer review process, including reviewer roles and editorial decision making.
2. Apply a structured and effective approach to critically evaluating a scientific manuscript.
3. Develop clear, constructive, and actionable peer review reports that effectively support both authors and journal editors.

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

Johns Hopkins University adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.

Saturday, July 25, 2026