JIAB-2026-FE36
Open Science Practices and Their Effect on Replication Success in Econometrics
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Abstract
Using a sample of 394 empirical economics papers, we assess whether open-science practices — pre-registration, shared data, and open code — predict replication success. Papers with all three practices replicate at a rate 2.3 times higher than those with none, even after controlling for journal, year, and method complexity.
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2 itemsR1 Henry Weber Submitted Sep 11, 2026
The revised manuscript addresses my main concerns. The matching diagnostics are now transparent and the journal fixed-effect models make the interpretation more credible. I support acceptance.
R2 Kate Okonkwo Submitted Sep 14, 2026
The added classification table and sensitivity analysis resolve my concerns. I have only minor copyediting suggestions and do not need to see the paper again before acceptance.
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4 messagesA Author Cover letter
We believe this large-scale study provides the most comprehensive evidence to date on the benefits of open science in economics.
E Editor Minor revision required
Dear Dr. Liu,
The reviewers are positive about the contribution but ask for a clearer account of the matching diagnostics, replication-success classification, and the separate roles of data and code availability. Please submit a revision and response letter addressing these points.
Best regards,
The Editors
A Author Re: Minor revision required
Dear Editors,
We have revised the manuscript to add the requested matching diagnostics, a detailed coding table for replication outcomes, and a sensitivity analysis separating data availability from code availability. We also expanded the appendix with journal fixed-effect specifications.
Sincerely,
Emma Liu
E Editor Accepted for publication
Dear Dr. Liu,
I am pleased to inform you that your manuscript has been accepted for publication. The production team will be in touch regarding copyediting and proof review. Congratulations on this fine piece of work.
Best regards,
The Editors
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