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Comment
. 2016 Jan 5;13(1):e1001936.
doi: 10.1371/journal.pmed.1001936. eCollection 2016 Jan.

Data Sharing as Part of the Normal Scientific Process: A View from the Pharmaceutical Industry

Patrick Vallance  1 , Andrew Freeman  2 , Murray Stewart  3
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Data Sharing as Part of the Normal Scientific Process: A View from the Pharmaceutical Industry

Patrick Vallance et al. PLoS Med. .

Abstract

Reflecting on the WHO consultation on developing global norms for sharing data and results during public health emergencies, Patrick Vallance and colleagues argue that there are significant benefits to the principle of data sharing.

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Conflict of interest statement

We have read the journal's policy and have the following conflicts: PV is a President at GlaxoSmithKline and holds stock or stock options in GlaxoSmithKline. AF is Head of Medical Policy at GlaxoSmithKline and holds stock or stock options in GlaxoSmithKline. MS is Chief Medical Officer at GlaxoSmithKline and holds stock or stock options in GlaxoSmithKline. PV is a member of the Editorial Board of PLOS Medicine.

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