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Emily M. Bender calls for "do not contact" option for journal review requests

Emily M. Bender expressed frustration with unsolicited review requests from academic journals, highlighting the need for a clear opt-out mechanism on journal websites. She stated that while she contributes to reviewing, she frequently receives requests from journals she would not consider submitting to. Bender emphasized the desire for a permanent "do not contact" option for such solicitations. AI

IMPACT Highlights the administrative burden AI researchers face from unsolicited requests, potentially impacting productivity.

RANK_REASON Opinion piece from a notable figure in the AI community expressing a personal grievance.

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Emily M. Bender calls for "do not contact" option for journal review requests

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  1. Bluesky Jetstream — AI desk TIER_1 English(EN) · emilymbender.bsky.social ·

    I really need an option on the webpage for every single journal that sends cold call review requests that is "Not now, not ever, take me off your damn list"

    I really need an option on the webpage for every single journal that sends cold call review requests that is "Not now, not ever, take me off your damn list" To be clear: I do my fair share of reviewing. I also get near daily requests to review from journals I would never submit …