Global Research & Publishing Database (GRPD) recognizes the importance of research transparency, reproducibility, and responsible data sharing. GRPD encourages authors to make research data available whenever possible while respecting participant privacy, ethical requirements, legal restrictions, and intellectual property rights.

The purpose of this Data Sharing Policy is to promote responsible access to research data and support the verification, reuse, and advancement of scientific knowledge.

1. Research Data Availability

Authors are encouraged to make the data supporting their research findings available to other researchers, readers, and the scientific community whenever ethically and legally possible.

Research data may include:

• Raw and processed datasets.
• Statistical analysis files.
• Survey responses or experimental data.
• Research materials and supporting information.
• Protocols, methods, or documentation necessary to understand the research.

2. Data Availability Statement

Authors should include a Data Availability Statement in their manuscript when applicable.

The statement should explain:

• Whether research data are available.
• Where the data can be accessed.
• Any restrictions on data access.
• The conditions required for data sharing.

Examples of data availability statements may include:

• "The datasets generated and/or analyzed during the current study are available from the corresponding author upon reasonable request."
• "The data supporting the findings of this study are publicly available through an appropriate data repository."
• "Data sharing is not applicable due to ethical, privacy, or legal restrictions."

3. Ethical and Privacy Considerations

Authors must ensure that shared data comply with ethical standards and applicable regulations.

Authors must:

• Protect the privacy and confidentiality of research participants.
• Remove personally identifiable information before data sharing.
• Obtain appropriate consent when required.
• Follow institutional, national, and international ethical guidelines.

4. Human and Sensitive Data

Research involving human participants may require additional safeguards before data sharing.

Sensitive information, including personal, confidential, or identifiable data, should not be shared publicly unless appropriate ethical approval, participant consent, and legal permissions are in place.

Authors may provide controlled access to sensitive datasets through appropriate repositories or by reasonable request when permitted.

5. Data Repository and Access

Authors are encouraged to deposit research data in reliable and appropriate repositories that support long-term preservation and responsible access.

When available, authors should provide repository information, access links, or identifiers within the manuscript.

6. Author Responsibilities

Authors are responsible for ensuring that:

• Research data are accurately reported.
• Data supporting published findings are maintained appropriately.
• Shared data do not violate privacy, confidentiality, or copyright requirements.
• Data sources and ownership are properly acknowledged.

7. Exceptions to Data Sharing

GRPD recognizes that certain circumstances may prevent authors from sharing research data.

Acceptable reasons may include:

• Protection of participant privacy.
• Ethical restrictions.
• Legal limitations.
• Confidential agreements.
• Protection of intellectual property.

Authors should clearly explain any limitations regarding data availability.

8. Data Integrity and Research Transparency

GRPD encourages authors to maintain accurate, complete, and well-documented research data to support transparency and reproducibility.

Editors may request additional information about research data when necessary to evaluate the validity and integrity of submitted manuscripts.

9. Post-Publication Data Concerns

If concerns arise regarding the accuracy, availability, or integrity of research data after publication, GRPD may investigate the matter according to applicable publication ethics procedures.

By submitting a manuscript to GRPD, authors acknowledge the importance of responsible data management and agree to comply with this Data Sharing Policy and relevant ethical standards.