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competing interests disclosure

noun

Pronunciation: /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

Origin languageEnglish
Rootcompeting (conflicting) + interests (stakes/advantages) + disclosure (revelation)
First recorded use1990s
Usage frequencyVery common

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.

Also known as

conflict of interest statement declaration of interests

Related Terms

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

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