Hi It is impossible that science (or any domain) would be completely free of such abuses. I remember a book published a number of years ago now (perhaps by Braud or something like that) citing such ethical violations by scientists and then claiming in essence that fraud and the like are just as likely in science as in any domain (he may have used a concrete area, e.g., business or law). Of course, no number of examples will justify such a claim, which requires something like # violations divided by # opportunities to violate for areas being compared. Not easy to see how such a computation could be made (perhaps random sampling of "events" in two or more areas and close investigation). Given the unparalleled (I would claim) openness and scrutiny in science versus most other fields, I would be shocked (ok maybe just stunned or perhaps surprised) if fraud were anywhere near as likely in science as elsewhere.
That does not negate Chris's point, of course, that the field must always be vigilent, perhaps especially today given the institutional and other pressures to get substantial grants and publish. That is at least one factor I suspect in many cases of abuse. Take care Jim James M. Clark Professor of Psychology 204-786-9757 204-774-4134 Fax [EMAIL PROTECTED] >>> "Christopher D. Green" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> 25-Mar-08 11:03:19 PM >>> And the beat goes on... http://www.nytimes.com/2008/03/26/health/research/26lung.html?_r=1&hp&oref=slogin If scientists want the public to trust science, they will have to start acting in a trustworthy manner. Chris Green York U. Toronto, Canada --- To make changes to your subscription contact: Bill Southerly ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) --- To make changes to your subscription contact: Bill Southerly ([EMAIL PROTECTED])
