Positivity bias in scientific research: Solutions for change

Procedural and cultural reforms can mitigate the effects of positivity bias and further strengthen research integrity and public trust.

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Science Advances
Published
2026-09-30
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1126/sciadv.aem1250
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Academic integrity and plagiarism
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Abstract

Procedural and cultural reforms can mitigate the effects of positivity bias and further strengthen research integrity and public trust.

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