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‘Lazy’ authors? One in six scientific papers mischaracterize work they cite – New Study



New study of long-standing problem takes novel approach, asking cited authors to evaluate accuracy



Summary

A new study tackles a persistent problem by employing a unique methodology: directly engaging cited authors. This approach involves asking the original creators of cited works to evaluate the accuracy of how their research is being interpreted and utilized within the new study. This method offers a potentially more reliable and nuanced understanding of how previous findings contribute to the current research, moving beyond traditional literature reviews. The study aims to provide a more robust and validated basis for its conclusions by leveraging the expert opinions of those most familiar with the foundational research.

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