Prof and grad students discuss Peer Review of scientific journal articles

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the peer review process of scientific journal articles, with a focus on a specific video that humorously depicts this process. Participants share their thoughts on the video's content, subtitles, and the overall experience of viewing it.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Meta-discussion

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants find the video highly informative and entertaining, despite it being in a foreign language with subtitles.
  • There is a shared enjoyment of the video's humor, with one participant expressing that it made them laugh even after viewing.
  • Participants discuss the challenges of finding the video, suggesting search terms and links to locate it on YouTube.
  • Concerns are raised about the appropriateness of some terms used in the video, leading to reluctance in sharing direct links.
  • One participant appreciates the aesthetic judgment regarding typography in the subtitles and mentions the actor Bruno Ganz positively.
  • There are references to other works featuring Bruno Ganz, indicating a broader appreciation for his acting.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the video's entertainment value and its informative nature, but there is no consensus on the appropriateness of sharing direct links or the quality of subtitles.

Contextual Notes

Limitations include the reliance on subtitles for understanding the video's content and the subjective nature of humor in the peer review process depiction.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in the peer review process, humor in academia, or those who appreciate film and acting, particularly works featuring Bruno Ganz.

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Highly informative discussion
It's in a foreign language but that's OK because there are excellent subtitles.
I decided to remove URL because may be too controversial, but will try to give googlesearch keywords
 
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marcus said:
Highly informative discussion
It's in a foreign language but that's OK because there are excellent subtitles.
I decided to remove URL because may be too controversial, but will try to give googlesearch keywords

I hope no one tells him I'm the third reviewer... :rolleyes::eek:

EDIT: Lol, I enjoyed it...
 
Glad you enjoyed it! So real it had me shaking with laughter even afterwards just recalling.
I think the best way to find it is to go to youtube
http://www.youtube.com/
and put this in the youtube search window at the top of the page:
peer_review_1945

If you have a better handle on it, please share.

I am reluctant to put a direct link because some of the terms used in describing the peer review process might be thought inappropriate.
 
These subtitles issues are explained here.
 
Andre said:
These subtitles issues are explained here.
I think he shows an understandable concern over typography in that one, and perceptive aesthetic judgment.
This is one of the few I've seen besides "Peer Review" that I like.
Also Bruno Ganz is a pro. No matter what the parodists do with Ganz footage he is still a great actor.
Wings of Desire (Der Himmel über Berlin)
Vitus
Bread and Tulips
 
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