On 2017 Nov 10, Thomas Heston commented:

This is an interesting concept which could improve scientific research and trust in science. One possible shortcoming of their proposal is that they propose a private network as opposed to an open network with no central authority as proposed in the Blockchain-based scientific study (Digit Med 2017;3:66-8). These concepts of combining blockchain technology with smart contracts are a step in the right direction towards making research studies more reproducible, reliable, and trusted.

On 2017 Nov 10, Thomas Heston commented:

This is an interesting concept which could improve scientific research and trust in science. One possible shortcoming of their proposal is that they propose a private network as opposed to an open network with no central authority as proposed in the Blockchain-based scientific study (Digit Med 2017;3:66-8). These concepts of combining blockchain technology with smart contracts are a step in the right direction towards making research studies more reproducible, reliable, and trusted.