Putting the “Peer” Back in Peer Review

In Brief Kindness and helpful comments should be an important part of peer review, even if the recommendation is not to accept. Scientific integrity and rigor can be supported by being a colleague and acknowledging an aspect of the manuscript that is commendable while sharing your thoughts on how to make it better. In this editorial, Dr. Raposo, one of our 2025 MCN Editorial Fellows, shares his insightful strategies for effective encouraging peer review.