Open Science Practices in Psychiatric Genetics: A Primer

Adrianna P. Kępińska, Jessica S. Johnson, Laura M. Huckins

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Abstract

Open science ensures that research is transparently reported and freely accessible for all to assess and collaboratively build on. Psychiatric genetics has led among the health sciences in implementing some open science practices in common study designs, such as replication as part of genome-wide association studies. However, thorough open science implementation guidelines are limited and largely not specific to data, privacy, and research conduct challenges in psychiatric genetics. Here, we present a primer of open science practices, including selection of a research topic with patients/nonacademic collaborators, equitable authorship and citation practices, design of replicable, reproducible studies, preregistrations, open data, and privacy issues. We provide tips for informative figures and inclusive, precise reporting. We discuss considerations in working with nonacademic collaborators and distributing research through preprints, blogs, social media, and accessible lecture materials. Finally, we provide extra resources to support every step of the research process.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)110-119
Number of pages10
JournalBiological Psychiatry Global Open Science
Volume4
Issue number1
Early online date22 Aug 2023
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Jan 2024

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