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Experts may indeed "de-anonymize" a paper if they want. But: (a) not all of your assigned reviewers may be such experts, (b) experts often delegate some reviews
by m000 4y ago
Experts may indeed "de-anonymize" a paper if they want. But: (a) not all of your assigned reviewers may be such experts, (b) experts often delegate some reviews to their PhDs/postdocs who are more susceptible to being influenced by author's name/affiliation.
- bilbo0s 4y ago(b) is especially prevalent.
- SubiculumCode 4y agohonestly feel like post-docs / grad students would be less influenced. They often don't have personal connections with senior research fellows at other institutes, and don't gaf.