We deliver independent, evidence-based science and policy advisory services for life science communities. Below is our complete governance framework, covering expert criteria, conflict of interest rules, full workflows, disclaimers and related policies to ensure transparency and accountability.
1. Scope of Advisory Services
Our advisory work focuses on life science research, academic policy, industry guidelines and research funding consultation.
Important Notice: All opinions, analyses and recommendations provided are for general reference only. They do not constitute professional medical diagnosis, medical treatment advice, legal counsel or binding regulatory rulings. Please consult qualified medical practitioners, lawyers or official regulatory bodies for individual-specific needs.
2. Expert Selection & Qualification Criteria
All advisory panel members are selected following uniform, objective standards:
- Hold advanced academic degrees or recognized professional credentials in life sciences, biomedical research or related policy fields.
- Possess minimum 5 years of relevant working, research or consulting experience.
- Maintain a sound professional reputation with no record of academic misconduct or professional violations.
- Demonstrate professional independence and objective judgment.
- Commit to fully complying with our internal governance and disclosure rules.
3. Conflict of Interest (COI) Policy & Disclosure
3.1 Mandatory Disclosure
All advisors, reviewers and participating experts must submit a full conflict of interest statement prior to joining any advisory project. Disclosures include but are not limited to:
- Financial ties: employment, paid consulting, grants, stock holdings and commercial partnerships related to the advisory topic.
- Institutional affiliations, collaborative projects and competitive relationships.
- Personal interests that may affect objective judgment.
3.2 COI Management
- Any expert with substantial conflicts of interest will be recused from the relevant advisory work immediately.
- All COI records are documented, stored and available for internal review.
- Annual re-disclosure is required for all panel members to update potential new conflicts.
4. Standard Advisory & Review Process
The full cycle takes 14 to 30 working days from request receipt to final advisory output:
- Request IntakeReceive advisory requests and sort topics by category. Confirm requirements and scope with the applicant.
- Expert AssignmentAssign eligible experts after COI verification; exclude personnel with relevant conflicts.
- Draft DevelopmentExperts conduct research and compile preliminary advisory opinions based on scientific evidence and public policies.
- Peer ReviewAt least two independent panel members conduct cross-review to verify accuracy, rationality and objectivity. Revisions are made per review feedback.
- Final Approval & ReleaseThe advisory committee conducts final review before issuing the formal advisory report or opinion.
5. Record Retention
- All application forms, expert lists, COI documents, draft versions, review comments and final advisory outputs are systematically archived.
- Relevant records are retained for a minimum of 5 years for traceability and audit purposes.
6. Disclaimer
- All advisory content is formulated based on publicly available scientific data, mainstream academic consensus and current policies at the time of production.
- ELSRA and its advisory experts do not guarantee the outcomes will fully fit all individual practical scenarios.
- We accept no direct or indirect liability for decisions, actions or losses made based on our advisory content.
- The advisory opinions cannot be used as formal legal evidence, medical instruction or mandatory operational standards.
7. Complaint Channel
If you have questions, objections or complaints about our advisory work, expert performance, COI issues or service quality, please contact:
Service@elsra.org
We will acknowledge receipt and launch an investigation within 3 working days.
