Research Culture and Reproducibility

Publication date: Available online 28 December 2019Source: Trends in Cognitive SciencesAuthor(s): Marcus R. Munafò, Christopher D. Chambers, Alexandra M. Collins, Laura Fortunato, Malcolm R. MacleodThere is ongoing debate regarding the robustness and credibility of published scientific research. We argue that these issues stem from two broad causal mechanisms: the cognitive biases of researchers and the incentive structures within which researchers operate. The UK Reproducibility Network (UKRN) is working with researchers, institutions, funders, publishers, and other stakeholders to address these issues.

Source: Trends in Cognitive Sciences - December 29, 2019 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Source Type: research