In 2025, GS reviewers continue to make outstanding contributions to the peer review process. They demonstrated professional effort and enthusiasm in their reviews and provided comments that genuinely help the authors to enhance their work.

Hereby, we would like to highlight some of our outstanding reviewers, with a brief interview of their thoughts and insights as a reviewer. Allow us to express our heartfelt gratitude for their tremendous effort and valuable contributions to the scientific process.

Chae Woon Lee, Kangdong Sacred Heart Hospital, Korea

Chae Woon Lee

Chae Woon Lee, MD, works as a Clinical Assistant Professor in Kangdong Sacred Heart Hospital, specializing in Radiology, especially breast and thyroid imaging. She is focusing on bibliometric analysis and diffusion weighted MRI of early breast cancer.

GS: Why do we need peer review?

Dr. Lee: The peer-review system is essential because it serves as the primary method for evaluating the quality and significance of research. Through this process, experts in the field critically assess a study’s methodology, findings, and conclusions, ensuring that the research meets academic standards. Peer review not only helps to identify potential errors or biases but also strengthens the study by providing constructive feedback for improvement. Ultimately, this system plays a crucial role in determining whether research is worthy of publication, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in various disciplines.

GS: What are the limitations of the existing peer-review system? What can be done to improve it?

Dr. Lee: One major limitation of the existing peer-review system is that the evaluation process is often carried out by only two or three reviewers, and in some cases, just one. This limited number of perspectives can lead to biased or overly narrow feedback, as the evaluation may be influenced by the personal opinions or expertise of just a few individuals. As a result, an article might be judged differently if reviewed by a broader range of experts. To improve the system, researchers should actively participate in the peer-review process, ensuring that each article receives diverse perspectives and more comprehensive feedback. Encouraging a larger pool of reviewers can enhance the fairness, objectivity, and overall quality of research evaluation.

GS: Would you like to say a few words to encourage other reviewers who have been devoting themselves to advancing scientific progress behind the scene?

Dr. Lee: As reviewers, we dedicate our valuable time to evaluating and improving research, playing a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and advancement of science. Well done!!!

(by Lareina Lim, Brad Li)