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Can Academic Fraud Be Stopped? (Update)

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Challenges in Academic Peer Review

This chapter explores the complexities and flaws of the peer review process in academic research as it faces overwhelming demands with an inadequate number of qualified reviewers. It addresses issues of trust, the potential for academic fraud, and the need for reforms to improve the credibility and reproducibility of research. The dialogue emphasizes the importance of transparency and accountability in restoring integrity to the scientific community.

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