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. 2011 Dec;9(12):e1001195.
doi: 10.1371/journal.pbio.1001195. Epub 2011 Dec 6.

The Open Knowledge Foundation: open data means better science

Jennifer C Molloy  1
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The Open Knowledge Foundation: open data means better science

Jennifer C Molloy. PLoS Biol. 2011 Dec.

Abstract

Open data leads to better science, but overcoming the barriers to widespread publication and availability of open scientific data requires a community effort. The Open Knowledge Foundation Open Data in Science Working Group describes their role in this movement.

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Conflict of interest statement

I have read the journal's policy and have the following conflicts: I volunteer with the OKF as the Coordinator of the Open Data in Science Working Group.

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Figure 1. Screenshot of the CrystalEye entry for the structure of coenzyme cob(II)alamin with a copy of the OKF Open Data button displayed on the site.
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