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Lecture

Scientific Fraud and Research Integrity

Description

This lecture delves into the critical topics of scientific fraud and research integrity, exploring cases like the Schön scandal and the guidelines for maintaining honesty and accountability in research. It discusses the consequences of misconduct, the incidence of research misconduct, and the importance of guidelines for integrity in scientific research. The lecture also covers the institutional frameworks for research integrity, data practices and management, as well as the role of reviewers and editors in maintaining research quality.

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