- Does the introduction explain the objective of the research presented in the preprint?
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Yes
- The introduction directly states the purpose of the research, outlining the main problem being addressed and the specific goals of the study. It provides context for why the research is important and frames the objective in relation to existing knowledge.
- Are the methods well-suited for this research?
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Somewhat appropriate
- The methods are generally sound and follow standard practices, but there are some limitations in design and/or execution that may affect the strength of the conclusions. While they provide a solid basis for the research, certain aspects could be improved or clarified to ensure stronger validity and reproducibility.
- Are the conclusions supported by the data?
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Somewhat supported
- Are the data presentations, including visualizations, well-suited to represent the data?
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Somewhat appropriate and clear
- How clearly do the authors discuss, explain, and interpret their findings and potential next steps for the research?
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Somewhat clearly
- Is the preprint likely to advance academic knowledge?
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Somewhat likely
- Would it benefit from language editing?
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Yes
- Would you recommend this preprint to others?
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Yes, but it needs to be improved
- Is it ready for attention from an editor, publisher or broader audience?
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Yes, as it is
Competing interests
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Financial: “I have received funding from [organization/company] related to this area of research.”
Professional: “I collaborate with some of the authors on related projects.”
Personal: “I have a personal relationship with one of the authors.