"Advancing Open Science: Momentum Grows for Laboratory Material Sharing"
The open-science movement, aimed at freely sharing research materials and data, is gaining momentum, with an increase in the use of data repositories and preprints. However, challenges such as lack of awareness and incentives hinder widespread adoption. Organizations like Addgene and the Center for Open Science are working to facilitate the sharing of laboratory materials and promote a culture of open science. While there are concerns about proprietary rights and reproducibility, advocates believe that open science will lead to reproducible and equitable research, and efforts are being made to engage researchers globally, including in low- and middle-income countries.