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What is Paperstars?
Paperstars is a platform where researchers can rate and review published scientific papers. Think Goodreads, but for science — with a focus on quality, transparency, and open dialogue.
How does academic verification work?
Reviewers who are academically verified (via academic email) have a "verified academic" badge. This ensures credibility while keeping reviews anonymous, so everyone can speak freely.
Why should I verify my academic status?
Verification adds credibility to your reviews while maintaining your anonymity. It helps build trust in the platform by ensuring reviews come from actual researchers in the field.
Are my reviews anonymous?
Yes — all reviews are anonymous by default, but your academic status is verified. This lets researchers give honest, critical feedback without fear of professional repercussions.
When you interact with a paper, you will be randomly assigned a pseudonym, e.g. "PurpleMicroscope". This is your anonymous name for this paper only.