eLife

eLife represents a transformative approach to scientific publishing in the life sciences and biomedical fields. Founded in 2012 through a collaboration between major research foundations (including the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, Wellcome Trust, and Max Planck Society), eLife has established itself as a pioneer in reforming scientific communication. The journal's most distinctive feature is its consultative peer review process, where reviewers collaborate to provide consolidated, constructive feedback to authors. This approach significantly streamlines the review process while maintaining high scientific standards. Beyond traditional publishing, eLife embraces technological innovation, offering enhanced digital features such as executable code, interactive figures, and integrated data visualization tools. The platform's commitment to open science extends to its publishing policies, making all content freely available and encouraging the sharing of underlying data and methods. eLife also supports early-career researchers through dedicated initiatives and mentoring opportunities. The journal covers a broad spectrum of life science topics, from basic cellular processes to clinical research, making it a valuable resource for researchers across multiple disciplines. Through its combination of editorial excellence, technological innovation, and commitment to openness, eLife continues to shape the future of scientific publishing.