3.1.2 scientific literature and communication / 3.1.3 scientific ethics Flashcards
1
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what are common methods of sharing original scientific findings
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seminars
talks and posters at conferences
publishing in academic journals
2
Q
why is it important to publish methods, data, analysis, and conclusions in scientifc reports
A
so that others may repeat an experiment
3
Q
what is peer review
A
this is when specialists with expertise in the relevant field assess the scientific quality of a submitted manuscript and make recommendations regarding its suitability for publication
4
Q
what do review articles do
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they summarise current knowledge and recent findings in a particular fields
5
Q
what is important in presentation of results
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- integrity
- honesty
- citing and provididng references
- unbiased presentation
- avoiding plagiarism
6
Q
what does the replication of experiments by others reduce
A
the opportunity for dishonesty or the deliberate misuse of science
