A conflict of interest arises when personal, financial, or professional ties might compromise one's impartiality in the workplace. Potential conflicts include:
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Working at the same institution as an author.
- Being part of the same research group as an author.
- Recent collaboration or having a history of close work with an author.
- Personal relationships with an author, such as family or close friendships.
- Financial gains or losses linked to the article's publication status.
- Being in direct competition with the authors or able to exploit their work.
- Minor conflicts may not bar you from reviewing but will be noted by the editor.