Study reveals growing trend of ‘stealth corrections’

The integrity of science could be threatened by publishers changing scientific papers after they have been published – but without making any formal public notification, according to a new study.

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Physics World
Published
2025-04-01
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https://doi.org/10.1088/2058-7058/38/04/02
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Academic integrity and plagiarism
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Study reveals growing trend of ‘stealth corrections’

Michael Allen
Physics World
Academic integrity and plagiarism
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Study reveals growing trend of ‘stealth corrections’

Michael Allen
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Abstract

The integrity of science could be threatened by publishers changing scientific papers after they have been published – but without making any formal public notification, according to a new study.

Physics WorldVol. 38(4)
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Academic integrity and plagiarism
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