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Springer Nature retracts 75 studies by Spanish rector and his collaborators for fraudulent practices

Juan Manuel Corchado faced massive retraction of 75 papers due to unethical citation practices that inflated his academic standing.

Retractions caused by honest mistakes are extremely stressful, say researchers

Retraction of research papers due to honest mistakes causes significant stress to authors, highlighting emotional impacts rarely discussed in scientific publishing.

Springer Nature retracts 75 studies by Spanish rector and his collaborators for fraudulent practices

Juan Manuel Corchado faced massive retraction of 75 papers due to unethical citation practices that inflated his academic standing.

Retractions caused by honest mistakes are extremely stressful, say researchers

Retraction of research papers due to honest mistakes causes significant stress to authors, highlighting emotional impacts rarely discussed in scientific publishing.
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#psychology

How to Save Honesty in Human Subject Research

Deception in human subject research can yield unbiased data, but ethical concerns call for greater honesty and respect for participants' rights.

Philip Zimbardo, psychologist behind controversial 'Stanford Prison Experiment,' dies at 91

Philip G. Zimbardo, known for the Stanford Prison Experiment, has died at 91, leaving a controversial legacy in psychological research.

How to Save Honesty in Human Subject Research

Deception in human subject research can yield unbiased data, but ethical concerns call for greater honesty and respect for participants' rights.

Philip Zimbardo, psychologist behind controversial 'Stanford Prison Experiment,' dies at 91

Philip G. Zimbardo, known for the Stanford Prison Experiment, has died at 91, leaving a controversial legacy in psychological research.
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#hydroxychloroquine

Journal retracts study that promoted hydroxychloroquine as Covid treatment

A controversial study backing hydroxychloroquine as a Covid-19 treatment was retracted due to ethical concerns and methodological issues.

Journal retracts COVID study in favour of using hydroxychloroquine

A scientific study promoting hydroxychloroquine as a COVID-19 treatment has been retracted due to significant ethical and methodological concerns.

Journal retracts study that promoted hydroxychloroquine as Covid treatment

A controversial study backing hydroxychloroquine as a Covid-19 treatment was retracted due to ethical concerns and methodological issues.

Journal retracts COVID study in favour of using hydroxychloroquine

A scientific study promoting hydroxychloroquine as a COVID-19 treatment has been retracted due to significant ethical and methodological concerns.
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Unprecedented risk' to life on Earth: Scientists call for halt on mirror life' microbe research

Mirror life microbes pose significant risks to existing life forms, prompting calls for a research halt.
International scientists express grave concerns over the potential consequences of synthetic organisms.
#academic-integrity

Dozens of the world's most cited scientists stop falsely claiming to work in Saudi Arabia

A fraudulent scheme inflated Saudi Arabia's academic reputation through false affiliations, resulting in a dramatic drop in highly cited researchers.

Stormont row with academic over his study into 'abusive wives' is laid bare

Professor Mike Brogden refused to alter his findings on domestic violence, leading to a significant dispute with civil servants who commissioned his research.

Dozens of the world's most cited scientists stop falsely claiming to work in Saudi Arabia

A fraudulent scheme inflated Saudi Arabia's academic reputation through false affiliations, resulting in a dramatic drop in highly cited researchers.

Stormont row with academic over his study into 'abusive wives' is laid bare

Professor Mike Brogden refused to alter his findings on domestic violence, leading to a significant dispute with civil servants who commissioned his research.
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This fearless science sleuth risked her career to expose publication fraud

Anna Abalkina, a Russian researcher, exposes academic fraud while being watched by the Russian state, emphasizing the growing issue of scientific integrity.

Then vs. Now: Changes in Biomedical Research Over 50 Years

Biomedical research has shifted from academic research to commercial organizations, prioritizing profit over knowledge.
The regulatory and ethical scrutiny in research has significantly increased over the past decades.

A Virologist Took a Dramatic Step to Treat Her Cancer

Beata Halassy self-experimented with oncolytic viruses for her breast cancer, showing promising results after four years without recurrence.

More than 40 monkeys on the loose in US town after escaping lab

Over 40 monkeys escaped from a research lab in South Carolina, posing little danger to the public and prompting police to urge caution.

Plagiarism complaint against White Fragility author Robin DiAngelo dismissed

The University of Washington dismissed plagiarism complaints against Robin DiAngelo, asserting there was insufficient evidence for misconduct.

Experts against 'critical thinking,' DOJ's '24 elex meddling and other commentary

Experts once encouraged questioning authority but now caution against independent research, highlighting a shift in academic sentiment.
Current DOJ actions against Russian media imply political motivations that echo past election interference narratives.

Can Better Biotech Finally Replace Lab Animals?

Itzy Morales Pantoja transitioned from animal testing to developing lab-grown models to advance neurodegeneration research and reduce reliance on animal studies.

Why science should never try to triumph over nature

Scientists conducting research that enhances pathogens pose an existential threat to humanity, echoing the dangers highlighted in the film 'Dr. Strangelove.'

Why Scientific Fraud Is Suddenly Everywhere

Junk science leads to thousands of retracted papers, with a surge in fake research including papers from so-called 'paper mills'.

I'm worried I've been contacted by a predatory publisher - how do I find out?

One key way to check if a journal is predatory is to evaluate the e-mail invitation critically, particularly looking out for an emphasis on publication fees.

OpenAI Safety Worker Quit Due to Losing Confidence Company "Would Behave Responsibly Around the Time of AGI"

An OpenAI safety worker left the company due to concerns about responsible behavior around artificial general intelligence.

Daily briefing: What scientists think of Netflix's 3 Body Problem

Zhang Yongzhen faced challenges relocating despite his earlier contributions in sharing the SARS-CoV-2 genome.

Geoengineering Test Quietly Launches Salt Crystals into Atmosphere

The nation's first outdoor test to limit global warming by increasing cloud cover was launched from a decommissioned aircraft carrier in the San Francisco Bay.
The experiment involves spraying microscopic salt particles into the air to reflect sunlight away from the Earth, sparking concerns about the ethical and environmental implications.

How restorative justice could help to heal science communities torn apart by harassment misconduct

Handling harassment cases in the scientific community can have long-lasting impacts and raise complex ethical questions.

Elite researchers in China say they had 'no choice' but to commit misconduct

Researchers admit to research misconduct due to pressure to meet ambitious publishing targets set by Chinese programme for globally recognized universities.
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