New Study Reveals That Researchers Overrate Their Ethical Standards
A Linköping University study reveals that researchers often overestimate their adherence to ethical practices compared to peers and other fields, risking ethical complacency and hindering collaboration. Surveying over 33,000 Swedish researchers, the findings highlight the importance of continuous ethical self-reflection to mitigate potential lapses and promote the greater good of science.The average researcher thinks they are better than their colleagues at following good research practices. They also think that their own…