<p>Some 1621 individuals from 74 countries have been honoured </p>
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More than 1600 researchers from 74 different countries have won “outstanding reviewer awards” from IOP Publishing, with researchers from China making up almost a third of awardees. The annual award recognises scientists who have delivered exceptional peer-review reports for IOP Publishing journals over the past year.
Reviewer feedback to authors plays a crucial role in the peer-review process, boosting the quality of published papers for the benefit of authors and the wider scientific community. Awards such as those from IOP Publishing are an attempt by publishers to raise the importance of courteous and constructive peer review.
This year’s recipients were selected from about 35,000 reviewers who submitted peer-review reports to IOP Publishing journals in 2025. Journal editors evaluated nominees based on the volume, timeliness and quality of their reviews.
A total of 1621 individuals have been honoured with a 2025 award. China makes up 30% of awardees followed by 16% from the US and just over 6% from India. Some 10% of this year’s award winners are also based in lower middle-income countries or territories.
“High quality peer review is essential to maintaining trust in science as it safeguards the quality and integrity of academic work,” notes Laura Feetham-Walker, IOP Publishing’s reviewer engagement manager. “I’d like to thank this year’s winners, whose thoughtful and rigorous reviews help advance scientific discovery and strengthen the communities we serve.”
The IOPP’s outstanding reviewer programme has been awarded annually since 2016. The IOPP also recently introduced a peer review excellence certification programme that provides free peer review training and certification. In 2025, more than 1500 reviewers took the initiative.
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Research impact refers to the effect that academic work has on the advancement of knowledge, policy, practice, and society. It can be measured through citations, public engagement, and the application of research findings in real-world scenarios.
The peer review process is a critical evaluation of research manuscripts by experts in the field before publication. It ensures the quality, validity, and originality of the research, helping to maintain scientific integrity.