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Flaws In Scientific Studies Not Uncommon
ResumeA new analysis has found that more than half of 100 research findings published in three prominent psychology journals could not be replicated by independent scientists.
The review study led by a University of Virginia researcher is reinvigorating a conversation about how true the current scientific literature really is.
Many say a fear of failure and the pressure of "publish or perish" have become a barrier in the quest for the truth across scientific disciplines. Carolyn Beeler from Here & Now contributor "The Pulse" at WHYY reports.
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- Carolyn Beeler, reporter for WHYY in Philadelphia. She tweets @carolynbeeler.
This segment aired on August 28, 2015.