How does OSF enhance transparency in Epidemiology?
Transparency in epidemiological research is vital for validating findings and building public trust. OSF allows researchers to register their study protocols, which makes their intended methods and analyses publicly accessible before data collection begins. This practice helps prevent issues like p-hacking and selective reporting. By making all stages of research, from initial hypothesis to final data, openly available, OSF ensures that epidemiological studies can be scrutinized and replicated by other researchers.
