PLoS Biology (Sep 2021)

A 3-year evaluation of preclinicaltrials.eu reveals room for improvement in preregistration of animal studies.

  • Mira van der Naald,
  • Steven A J Chamuleau,
  • Julia M L Menon,
  • Wim de Leeuw,
  • Judith J de Haan,
  • Dirk J Duncker,
  • Kimberley E Wever

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pbio.3001397
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 19, no. 9
p. e3001397

Abstract

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In 2018, the first registry dedicated to preregistration of animal study protocols was launched. Despite international support, the overall number of (pre)registered protocols is still low, illustrating the need for pushing the preregistration agenda among researchers and policymakers.