Scientists Pledge to Share Research on Zika Virus

As scientists around the world race to combat the spread of the Zika virus, dozens of global health bodies — including researchers, academic journals and funding organizations — have committed to sharing data on the virus. The statement, signed by more than 30 organizations, is meant to ensure that any information relevant to combating Zika is made freely and openly available to the international community as “soon as is feasibly possible.” Signatories include the Bill and...

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