Mark Herman
@markhermanmd.bsky.social
Dad, scientist, physician, other. Endocrine Chief, Houston, TX. All views and opinions are my own.
In my experience, reviewers are already acutely aware of paylines and score thresholds, and most do take ESI/NI status into account. I’m less sure about point 3. Even with that awareness and the best intentions, this will be terrible all around, for applicants and reviewers alike.
August 17, 2025 at 3:55 AM
In my experience, reviewers are already acutely aware of paylines and score thresholds, and most do take ESI/NI status into account. I’m less sure about point 3. Even with that awareness and the best intentions, this will be terrible all around, for applicants and reviewers alike.
Honestly, I’m not sure. That’s why I asked. I’d really like to hear what you think reviewers should actually be doing.
August 17, 2025 at 3:31 AM
Honestly, I’m not sure. That’s why I asked. I’d really like to hear what you think reviewers should actually be doing.
What does “review accordingly” actually mean in practice—and how would that differ from the way grants are typically reviewed?
August 17, 2025 at 3:15 AM
What does “review accordingly” actually mean in practice—and how would that differ from the way grants are typically reviewed?
If most study section members just “bury their heads in the sand,” as you say, what do you think they should be doing instead?
August 17, 2025 at 2:44 AM
If most study section members just “bury their heads in the sand,” as you say, what do you think they should be doing instead?