Table 2 Characteristics of journal editors (n = 22)
Characteristics of journal editors | N | % |
|---|---|---|
Total no. journal editors | 22 | Â |
Editorial rolea | ||
 Editor in chief | 8 | 36% |
 Associate editor | 5 | 23% |
 Executive editor | 2 | 9% |
 Member of the editorial board | 1 | 5% |
 Other | 6 | 27% |
 I prefer not to say | 0 | 0% |
Years working as journal editora | ||
  < 2 years | 1 | 5% |
 2–5 years | 8 | 36% |
 6–10 years | 4 | 18% |
  > 10 years | 9 | 41% |
Familiarity with SR protocol registration or publication | ||
 Publication only | 1 | 5% |
 Registration only | 9 | 41% |
 Both registration and publication | 10 | 45% |
 Not familiar with either | 2 | 9% |
What percentage of accepted publications are systematic reviews or meta-analyses? | ||
 Median (IQR) | 10% (6 to 20%) | |
Journal policy concerning SR protocol registration or publication (n = 17) | ||
 Mandatory | 4 | 24% |
 Recommended | 8 | 47% |
 No journal policy | 5 | 29% |
Indicated that journal follows ICMJE recommendations (n = 19) | 18 | 95% |
What should the ICMJE recommend on SR protocol registration or publication? (n = 16) | ||
 Current recommendations on data sharing adequately covers SR protocol registration | 4 | 25% |
 More specific recommendations than in their current recommendations | 3 | 19% |
 It should be required as a condition of consideration for publication | 8 | 50% |
 Other | 1 | 6% |