Court clears researchers of defamation for identifying manipulated data
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The court has ruled that evidence-backed conclusions regarding fabricated data cannot constitute defamation—an important precedent for scientific integrity.
Harvard Business School's internal investigation confirmed research misconduct by Francesca Gino, leading to her administrative leave and potential revocation of tenure.
The Data Colada researchers highlighted suspicious data in Francesca Gino's work, prompting Harvard to investigate and take actions concerning the validity of her publications.
The case underscores the delicate balance between scholarly freedom and accountability, reflecting how serious allegations of data manipulation are handled at top institutions.
Read at Ars Technica
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