The hidden cost of positivity: Ensuring integrity in scientific research.

Authors

Joana R N Lemos, Eleanor M Ling, Khemraj Hirani, Jay S Skyler, Matthias von Herrath

Published in

Science advances. Volume 12. Issue 39. Pages eael2131. Sep 25, 2026. Epub Sep 23, 2026.

Abstract

Positivity bias skews the scientific record by favoring positive results. Understanding the drivers and impact of such bias provides a foundation for creating solutions.

PMID:
42777050
Bibliographic data and abstract were imported from PubMed on 24 Sep 2026.

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