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Post-retraction citation patterns: Scientific impact
In a surprising revelation, a recent study found that even after a scientific paper is retracted due to misconduct, it continues to receive citations at an alarming rate. The analysis, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of, showed that retracted papers experienced a decrease in citation frequency from about 5 citations before retraction to only 2 after, while non-retracted control papers maintained a…
Journal Policies on Retraction: A Comparative Analysis
Explore how leading academic journals handle retractions in this comparative analysis of policies, promoting research integrity and transparency.
Retraction Processes and Policies: What to Know
Discover the ins and outs of retraction processes and policies in academic publishing. Learn how journals maintain integrity and address errors responsibly.
Ethical Violations in Research: Retraction Typology
Explore the diverse reasons behind research retractions, from data falsification to authorship disputes. Understand ethical violations in research: A typology of retraction reasons.
Reviewing Causes of Data Fabrication & Falsification
The integrity of scientific research is fundamental to the advancement of knowledge and the betterment of society. However, the disturbing reality is that data fabrication and falsification, two serious forms of research misconduct, are more prevalent than many may realize. A staggering statistic highlights the scale of the issue: nearly 80 systematic reviews are published daily, and a significant portion of these reviews include retracted…
Retractions’ Impact on Science: A Meta-Analysis
In a stunning revelation, a recent study has uncovered that a staggering 619 papers were retracted from 372 different journals with Indian over the last three decades. This alarming statistic highlights the growing crisis of scientific integrity, as retractions continue to erode the very foundation upon which our scientific understanding is built. This comprehensive meta-analysis delves deep into the trends, causes, and implications of retractions…
Ethical Considerations and the h-index
Did you know that up to 14% of scientific studies might be faked? This fact shows how vital it is to keep ethics in mind when doing research. This is especially true for the h-index, a key way to measure a researcher’s impact. Looking into academic integrity and how we publish research, we see the h-index’s big role. It’s not just a number; it shows…