Research misconduct: what is it, why does it happen and how do we identify when it happens -- What are the penalties for committing research misconduct? -- Peer review: what is it and what is its role in scientific misconduct? -- What constitutes responsible conduct from the point of view of human/animal subjects in research? -- The ethics of the pharmaceutical industry -- Science and the public -- The role of government in science and scientific misconduct -- Is there research that shouldn't be done because it is too dangerous? -- (How) can we prevent scientific misconduct? -- Case studies.
Summary:
"Providing the tools necessary for a robust debate, this fully revised and updated second edition of Ethics in Science: Ethical Misconduct in Scientific Research explains various forms of scientific misconduct. The first part describes a variety of ethical violations, why they occur, how they are handled, and what can be done to prevent them along with a discussion of the peer-review process. The second presents real-life case studies that review the known facts, allowing readers to decide for themselves whether an ethical violation has occurred and if so, what should be done. With 4 new chapters and an updated selection of case studies, this text provides resources for guided discussion of topical controversies and how to prevent scientific misconduct. Key Features: Fully revised and updated text which explains the various forms of scientific misconduct. New chapters include hot topics such as Ethics of the Pharmaceutical Industry, The Responsibility of Science to the Environment and Summary of Ethics Guidelines of STEM Professional Societies. Provides the necessary tools to lead students in the discussion of topical controversies. Includes descriptions of real ethical case studies, a number of which are new for the Second Edition. This book is applicable to any science and any level of education" -- From the publisher.
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