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In recent years a series of scandals has jolted the world of science. Case after case of plagiarism and faked experiments was uncovered. The problem became so great that in 1981 a U.S. congressional hearing was held on fraud in science. How can such fraud go on for years undetected? Are things out of control in the world of science? Are the scientists also subject to the moral breakdown afflicting all other walks of life?

Fraud in Science: Bad Apples in the Barrel? 3

Fraud in Science: A Look Behind the Scenes 5

Misdeeds in the Scientific Past 9