Descrizione
Science serves as the backbone of modern society, promising advancement and enlightenment. However, in this compelling exposé, Stuart Ritchie illuminates the unsettling realities that haunt the contemporary scientific landscape. He delves into the myriad ways in which flawed practices and misinformation can skew research and distort public understanding.
Ritchie's exploration reveals not just the absurd issues within scientific studies but also the far-reaching implications these problems have on policy and public trust. By shining a light on the failures of peer review, publication biases, and the pressures faced by researchers, he encourages a critical examination of how science is conducted and communicated.
Each chapter unpacks a different aspect of the scientific process, revealing the urgency for reforms and greater transparency. Ritchie advocates for a movement that embraces honesty and accountability, ensuring that science remains a reliable guide to understanding our world. Through his powerful narrative, he aims to empower readers to question the status quo and advocate for a future where science truly serves the greater good.
Ritchie's exploration reveals not just the absurd issues within scientific studies but also the far-reaching implications these problems have on policy and public trust. By shining a light on the failures of peer review, publication biases, and the pressures faced by researchers, he encourages a critical examination of how science is conducted and communicated.
Each chapter unpacks a different aspect of the scientific process, revealing the urgency for reforms and greater transparency. Ritchie advocates for a movement that embraces honesty and accountability, ensuring that science remains a reliable guide to understanding our world. Through his powerful narrative, he aims to empower readers to question the status quo and advocate for a future where science truly serves the greater good.
Dettagli del libro
Formato
Brossura
Pagine
368 pagine
Lingua
Inglese
Pubblicato
lug 21, 2020
Editore
Bodley Head
ISBN-10
1847925669
ISBN-13
9781847925664