J Lab Med Qual Assur.  2011 Dec;33(2):57-61.

Conflict of Interest

• Kim SY

Abstract

Conflict of interest exists when an author, reviewer, or editor has relationships that might inappropriately influence his or her actions. They may be personal, commercial, political, academic or financial. "Financial" interests may include employment, research funding, stock or share ownership, payment for lectures or travel, consultancies or company support for staff. Such interests, where relevant, must be declared to editors by researchers, authors, and reviewers. Editors should also disclose relevant conflicts of interest to their readers. If in doubt, disclose. Sometimes editors may need to withdraw from the review and selection process for the relevant submission.

Keyword

Conflict of interest; Publications; Disclosure; Medical ethics

MeSH Terms

Conflict of Interest
Disclosure
Employment
Ethics, Medical
Financial Management
Humans
Lectures
Ownership