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Book Synopsis: An insider’s view of science reveals why many scientific results cannot be relied upon – and how the system can be reformed.
Science is how we understand the world. Yet failures in peer review and mistakes in statistics have rendered a shocking number of scientific studies useless – or, worse, badly misleading. Such errors have distorted our knowledge in fields as wide-ranging as medicine, physics, nutrition, education, genetics, economics, and the search for extraterrestrial life. As Science Fictions makes clear, the current system of research funding and publication not only fails to safeguard us from blunders but actively encourages bad science – with sometimes deadly consequences.
Stuart Ritchie’s own work challenging an infamous psychology experiment helped spark what is now widely known as the “replication crisis,” the realization that supposed scientific truths are often just plain wrong. Now, he reveals the very human biases, misunderstandings, and deceptions that undermine the scientific endeavor: from contamination in science labs to the secret vaults of failed studies that nobody gets to see; from outright cheating with fake data to the more common, but still ruinous, temptation to exaggerate mediocre results for a shot at scientific fame.
Yet Science Fictions is far from a counsel of despair. Rather, it’s a defense of the scientific method against the pressures and perverse incentives that lead scientists to bend the rules. By illustrating the many ways that scientists go wrong, Ritchie gives us the knowledge we need to spot dubious research and points the way to reforms that could make science trustworthy once again.
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Are you tired of relying on scientific studies that turn out to be useless or misleading? Look no further than Science Fictions, the insider's view of science that exposes the flaws in the current research system and offers solutions for a more trustworthy future. From medicine to genetics, economics to education, this book uncovers the shocking mistakes and biases that have distorted our knowledge. With the realization that scientific truths are often just plain wrong, Stuart Ritchie's work has sparked a "replication crisis" in the field of psychology. Now, he reveals the secrets and deceptions that undermine the scientific endeavor and provides the knowledge we need to spot dubious research. Don't let bad science lead you astray - empower yourself with Science Fictions!
Imagine a world where scientific studies are reliable and free from manipulation. Science Fictions exposes the flaws in the current system of research funding and publication, showing how it actually encourages bad science. It's time for a change. Discover the human biases, misunderstandings, and even outright cheating that plague the scientific community. From contamination in labs to hidden vaults of failed studies, this book uncovers it all. But it doesn't stop at exposing the problem - Science Fictions offers actionable solutions and reforms that could restore trust in the scientific method. Don't be fooled by mediocre results or exaggerated claims; arm yourself with the knowledge to distinguish between real science and smoke and mirrors.
Don't let unreliable science lead you down the wrong path. Science Fictions is your guide to navigating the pitfalls and biases that undermine the scientific endeavor. This eye-opening book takes you behind the scenes of the research world, revealing the shocking flaws in peer review and the mistakes in statistics that render many scientific studies useless. From fatal consequences in medicine to misleading claims in physics, this book will make you question everything you thought you knew. But it doesn't leave you in despair. Science Fictions empowers you with the knowledge to identify dubious research and advocates for reforms that can restore the integrity of science. Take control of your understanding with Science Fictions today!
Ready to uncover the truth behind scientific studies? Science Fictions is your ticket to understanding the flaws in the research system and the solutions that can make science trustworthy again. Stuart Ritchie, an expert in the replication crisis, reveals the human biases, deceptions, and temptations that sabotage the scientific endeavor. With a clear and engaging writing style, Ritchie takes you on a journey through the hidden secrets and failed studies that shape our understanding of the world. Don't be fooled by bad science - equip yourself with the knowledge to spot it. Get your copy of Science Fictions now and embark on a quest for true scientific integrity.
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