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Challenges in Academic Publishing and Rare Diseases
This chapter explores the controversial practices of academic publishing companies and the struggles faced by researchers in accessing and sharing valuable findings. It also highlights a personal journey of a parent seeking innovative treatments for a child's rare brain tumor, underscoring the complexities of standard medical care versus cutting-edge options. Additionally, the conversation touches on the role of social media and cryptocurrency in funding medical research, questioning the motivations behind such financial support.