Value of direct replications

Value of direct replications. The need for direct replications is sometimes overlooked. We expect that the individual scientist will be objective and honest. However, direct replications are often necessary to ensure that results are not falsified. Interesting references that make this point include

Bales, J. (1988, Nov.) "Bruenig pleads guilty in scientific fraud case."

APA Monitor, p.12.

Broad, W. J. & Wade, N. (1982). Science's faulty fraud detectors. Psychology Today,

16, p. 50-57.

Rogers, M. (May 8, 1989). "The follies of science: Researchers have believed what

they didn't see." Newsweek, p.56.

Wheeler, D. L. (July 3, 1991). "U.S. has barred grants to 6 scientists in past 2 years: 174 allegations

of misconduct examined in new 'integrity' effort." Chronicle of Higher Education.

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