Max Bazerman, a Harvard Business School professor, discusses the ethics of academia, spotlighting the systemic pressures that lead to misconduct. Brian Nosek from the University of Virginia talks about his efforts in promoting transparency through the Open Science Framework, revealing the reluctance in academia to share data. Ivan Oransky, co-founder of Retraction Watch, exposes the challenges surrounding the integrity of publishing, especially after Hindawi's retraction of over 8,000 fraudulent papers. The episode sheds light on the pervasive issues of trust and accountability in research.

Ivan Oransky, co-founder of Retraction Watch, and Sholto David, a vigilant blogger, dive into the alarming rise in retracted scientific papers, which reached 10,000 in 2023. They discuss a high-profile case of errors in research from a notable cancer institute and the implications for scientific integrity. The conversation highlights the role of platforms like Retraction Watch and PubPeer in promoting accountability. Together, they reveal how problematic incentives in publishing can compromise research quality, calling for urgent reforms in the academic landscape.