Editorial Policy

Our Commitment to Scientific Rigor

Ceregene is committed to providing accurate, evidence-based information on gene therapy and neurotrophic factor research. This Editorial Policy outlines the standards, processes, and principles that govern all content published on this site. We maintain these standards to ensure that our readers — whether researchers, clinicians, patients, or informed members of the public — can rely on the integrity of the information presented.

Source Standards

All scientific claims published on Ceregene are grounded in verifiable evidence. Our primary sources include:

  • Peer-reviewed journal articles indexed in PubMed, Scopus, or comparable academic databases
  • Clinical trial registries (ClinicalTrials.gov, EU Clinical Trials Register) for trial design and outcome data
  • Regulatory agency publications from the FDA, EMA, and other recognized authorities
  • Institutional research communications from accredited universities and research organizations

We do not cite press releases, promotional materials, or non-peer-reviewed preprints as primary evidence unless explicitly identified as preliminary data with appropriate caveats noted.

Editorial Review Process

Content undergoes a structured, multi-stage review before publication:

  1. Drafting: Articles are prepared by contributors with relevant subject-matter expertise, drawing directly from primary literature.
  2. Fact verification: All quantitative data, study citations, and mechanistic descriptions are cross-referenced against original publications to confirm accuracy.
  3. Internal peer review: A second team member with domain knowledge reviews the draft for scientific validity, logical coherence, and appropriate characterization of evidence strength.
  4. Editorial review: Final review assesses clarity, accessibility, and adherence to our style and accuracy standards.

Evidence Characterization

We are deliberate in how we characterize the strength and maturity of scientific evidence. Content distinguishes clearly between:

  • Established findings supported by replicated, peer-reviewed data
  • Emerging evidence from early-phase clinical or advanced preclinical studies
  • Preliminary observations from in vitro or early preclinical models
  • Theoretical frameworks and mechanistic hypotheses not yet validated in human subjects

Speculative claims are identified as such. We avoid sensationalizing preliminary results or overstating the clinical applicability of preclinical findings.

Corrections and Updates

Scientific knowledge evolves, and we are committed to keeping published content aligned with the current evidence base. Our corrections protocol operates as follows:

  • Factual errors: If a factual inaccuracy is identified — whether by our team or reported by a reader — it is corrected promptly. A correction notice is appended to the affected content indicating the nature of the change and the date it was made.
  • Material updates: When new research substantively alters the conclusions or context of existing content, the article is updated with current data and a revision note is added.
  • Minor revisions: Typographical corrections, formatting adjustments, and non-substantive language improvements are made without formal notation.

Readers who identify potential errors are encouraged to report them to [email protected] with a reference to the relevant primary source.

Independence and Conflicts of Interest

Ceregene operates as an independent informational resource. We do not accept funding from pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, or any entity with a commercial interest in the therapies discussed on this site. No content is influenced by commercial considerations. Contributors are expected to disclose any professional affiliations that could be perceived as conflicts of interest, and such disclosures are evaluated by the editorial team.

Scope and Limitations

This site is an informational resource, not a clinical or regulatory authority. We synthesize and present published research findings but do not generate original experimental data. Our content should be understood as an informed overview of the scientific landscape, not as a definitive or exhaustive treatment of any given topic. Readers are encouraged to consult primary sources and qualified professionals for clinical or research-level decisions.

Last updated: March 2026