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For the studies involving animals, the corresponding author should confirm that all experiments were performed in accordance with relevant guidelines and regulations. The manuscript must include a statement identifying the institutional animal ethics committee approving the experiments, including any applicable details. Sex and other characteristics of animals that may influence results must be explained. Details of housing and husbandry should be given where they are likely to influence experimental results.
For research involving human research participants, authors should recognize the institutional ethics committee approving the research, and include this statement in the material and methods section, also mention the informed consent was obtained from all participants.
While publishing individual images from human research participants, authors should include a statement in the published manuscript, that they have obtained informed consent for publication of the images. However, all sensible measures should be taken to protect patient anonymity, like putting black bars over the eyes. Images without suitable approval will be removed from publication. |
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