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Episode 53: Fraus - II

Nullius in Verba

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Trust Eroded: Scientific Fraud and Its Consequences

This chapter examines the detrimental effects of scientific fraud on public trust in science, illustrated through a 1981 congressional hearing. It explores the tension between the scientific community's confidence in self-correction and lawmakers' urgent concerns about credibility. Additionally, it highlights the prevalence of misconduct in academia and the ongoing challenges related to retracted papers and their citations.

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