Dr. Liza Lockwood

Dr. Liza Lockwood, an expert on peer review and scientific integrity, joins Cameron English and Kevin Folta to discuss the frailties of academic publishing. They dive into the nuances of peer review, addressing concerns over low-quality studies and the pressure of 'publish or perish' culture. The trio explores how misinformation spreads and the challenges in correcting it, particularly during the COVID era. They also tackle the fallout from fraudulent research, emphasizing the critical need for transparency and accountability in science.