Note: A potential or actual conflict of interest exists when commitments and obligations are likely to be compromised by the nominator(s)'other material interests, or relationships (especially economic), particularly if those interests or commitments are not disclosed.

Note: A potential or actual conflict of interest exists when commitments and obligations are likely to be compromised by the nominator(s)'other material interests, or relationships (especially economic), particularly if those interests or commitments are not disclosed.

1. The purpose of this form is to provide readers of your manuscript with information about your other interests that could influence how they receive and understand your work. The form is designed to be completed electronically and stored electronically.

Many research organizations have an annual disclosure process, with the stipulation that if a researcher's relationship with an external organization changes, s/he must disclose it within 30 days. Some institutions require research-based disclosures which must be submitted for each new grant proposal or project.

All volunteer members are required to disclose any potential conflict of interest in order to participate in Society activities. The Conflict of Interest (COI) Disclosure Form must be completed by each volunteer member annually.

In the article, the authors must include a draft statement that discloses all relevant conflicts of interest and affiliations. The relevance of financial conflicts of interest with private firms is defined as a relationship of any value with a firm that has a stake in the subject of the manuscript or its competitors.

The term conflict of interest in research refers to situations in which financial or other personal considerations may compromise, or have the appearance of compromising a researcher's professional judgment in conducting or reporting research.