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Denial to Delay: How Fossil-Funded University Research Lays the Foundation for Fossil-Friendly Policy
Sep 20, 2024
Molly Taft, a dedicated reporter on fossil fuels, is joined by Geoffrey Supran, a climate disinformation researcher, and Craig Callender, a philosopher of science at UCSD. They dive into the concerning influence of fossil fuel funding on academic research, revealing a shocking lack of transparency and a staggering $37 million in undisclosed donations at Columbia University. The trio discusses the ethical dilemmas this funding creates, the urgent need for clearer disclosure practices, and parallels to historical funding controversies in academia.
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- Recent research reveals a concerning lack of peer-reviewed articles on fossil fuel funding compared to other industries, highlighting urgent scholarly attention needed.
- Student-led initiatives, such as the Campus Climate Network, are actively investigating fossil fuel financial influences, fostering discussions on ethical implications within universities.
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Limited Research on Fossil Fuel Funding
Recent research highlights the surprising lack of peer-reviewed articles concerning fossil fuel funding in universities compared to other industries such as tobacco and pharmaceuticals. A literature review revealed only seven peer-reviewed papers on the subject, most published after 2012. This is notable given that conflict of interest studies are prevalent in other sectors, with extensive discussions on how funding from specific industries affects research outcomes. The scarcity of rigorous academic investigation into fossil fuel financing suggests an urgent need for more scholarly attention on how such funding influences academic integrity and research agendas.
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