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This short glossary covers some terms used in the peer review process.
AUTHORS' EDITOR
A professional writer/editor usually employed by the authors' institution to help prepare publications and grant applications. More common in the US than in Europe.
CONSORT
A set of guidelines for reporting the results of randomised controlled trials.
CORRESPONDING AUTHOR
The author whose full contact details appear on a publication and who is the point of contact with the journal for handling reviewers' comments, proofs, etc.