competing interests disclosure
nounPronunciation: /kəmˈpɪtɪŋ ˈɪntərɪsts dɪsˈkloʊʒər/
A mandatory statement declaring any financial, professional, or personal relationships that could bias an author's work or create perceived conflicts of interest. Authors must disclose affiliations, funding sources, and relationships relevant to their research.
Plain English
Authors must openly state any money, jobs, or relationships that might influence their research.
Etymology & History
Usage
"All authors submitted a competing interests disclosure form before their manuscript could proceed to review."
Style guide notes: Include 'Competing Interests' as a required section header in manuscript preparation guidelines.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What counts as a competing interest?
Financial ties, employment, grants, patents, stocks, consulting fees, and personal relationships relevant to research.
What happens if I don't disclose competing interests?
Non-disclosure may result in retraction, damaged credibility, and institutional sanctions.
Why Test Candidates on This?
Fundamental to understanding research ethics, transparency standards, and journal integrity policies.
Required skill level: Junior