[Five myths about open science]

Open science aims to make research accessible to all, enhancing transparency and promoting replication. It involves practices such as open access publishing, sharing statistical code, and making non-sensitive data a available to encourage critical review, reduce errors and prevent selective reporting of favorable results. A key component of open science is preregistration, where researchers outline their hypotheses and planned analysis methods in advance, minimizing bias and promoting accountability. Despite its benefits, misconceptions about open science practices hinder its widespread adoption among researchers. Common myths include the belief that preregistration prevents any deviation from the original plan, that it only applies to clinical trials, or that it's unnecessary if data have already been collected. By challenging these misunderstandings, we can leverage open science practices to improve the integrity and quality of research.