Disclosure
At Honores, we believe that every piece of research deserves recognition. Our mission is to shine a spotlight on important studies and make them accessible to readers, while keeping everything honest, transparent, and trustworthy. This page explains how we handle disclosures, conflicts of interest, and sponsored content—so you know exactly what to expect from us.
Our Independence
Honores was founded by a team of independent research communicators and enthusiasts, passionate about bringing research into the limelight. Right now, we operate without any external sponsorships or funding, which means we can focus completely on the quality and fairness of the content we feature.
Being independent lets us celebrate research for what it is, not for who supports it. You can trust that every article or summary on Honores is chosen for its value, clarity, and impact, not because of outside influence.
Contributor Disclosures
Transparency is just as important for contributors as it is for us. That’s why anyone submitting content—whether a researcher, institution, or journal—needs to share any financial or non-financial interests related to their submission.
This includes things like:
- Financial ties: grants, funding, consulting fees, patents, or honoraria.
- Non-financial interests: affiliations, advisory roles, personal relationships, or other connections that could influence the content.
- Funding acknowledgments: any external support for the research being featured.
If there’s nothing to declare, contributors simply note:
“No competing financial or non-financial interests to declare.”
This helps our readers understand the context behind the work and trust the content they’re reading.
Sponsored or Paid Content
Sometimes, institutions or organizations may submit sponsored content. That’s okay—but we always make it clear and transparent by labeling it as “Sponsored content.”
Even when content is sponsored, Honores maintains full editorial independence. We carefully review, edit, and present all content in a way that respects scientific accuracy and fairness. Sponsorship never changes the way we choose or summarize research.
How We Handle Content
Our goal is to make research clear, interesting, and approachable, without losing the science. Every submission is checked to ensure:
- Accuracy: The research findings are represented faithfully.
- Clarity: Complex studies are broken down so readers can understand them easily.
- Source attribution: We always link back to the original journal article, preprint, or press release, giving proper credit to the authors.
- Transparency in editing: Any changes we make for readability are done carefully and noted if necessary.
This way, contributors get the recognition they deserve, and readers get trustworthy, digestible insights.
Corrections and Updates
We know that mistakes can happen. If an error or undisclosed conflict comes to light after publication, we will publish a correction or add a disclosure note. Retraction is only used in extreme cases where the content is seriously misleading or ethically compromised.
Contributors are encouraged to let us know immediately if they discover any conflict or error after submission. Together, we keep Honores reliable and trustworthy for everyone.
Tips for Readers
Here’s how readers can get the most from Honores:
- Check the original sources: Our summaries make research easier to understand, but the original papers contain all the details.
- Consider disclosures: Contributor statements help you see potential influences behind the content.
- Reach out: If you notice something that seems off or has been missed, email us. Your feedback helps keep the platform honest.
Contact Us for Disclosure Concerns
Have a question about disclosures, conflicts of interest, or transparency? Reach out anytime at: contact{at}thehonores.com
As Honores grows, we’ll set up a dedicated disclosure email, but for now, our general contact address works perfectly.
Our Commitment
At Honores, we are committed to trust, transparency, and celebrating research. By clearly sharing contributor disclosures, labeling sponsored content, linking to original sources, and promptly correcting mistakes, we aim to make every interaction with our site clear, honest, and reliable.
We believe research deserves recognition, understanding, and visibility—and we are here to make that happen, responsibly and transparently.