The NIH has required researchers to receive instruction about responsible conduct for more than 20 years, but misconduct is still on the rise.
The NIH has required researchers to receive instruction about responsible conduct for more than 20 years, but misconduct is still on the rise.
Should institutions invest in changing the behavior of scientists found guilty of violating research rules and ethics?
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