The key components of transparency in epidemiology include:
1. Data Sharing: Making raw data and processed datasets available to other researchers. 2. Methodological Clarity: Providing detailed descriptions of study designs, data collection methods, and analytical techniques. 3. Pre-registration: Registering study protocols and analysis plans in publicly accessible repositories before conducting the research. 4. Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Clearly stating any potential conflicts of interest that may influence the study's outcomes. 5. Open Access Publication: Publishing research findings in open-access journals or platforms to ensure wider dissemination and scrutiny.
