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Misinformation in and about science

Most analyses of misinformation focus on popular and social media, but the scientific enterprise faces a parallel set of problems—from hype and hyperbole to publication bias and citation misdirection, predatory publishing, and filter bubbles. In this perspective, we highlight these parallels and discuss future research directions and interventions....

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science, misinformation, ICT literacy, news literacy
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Material Type:
Open (Access) Journal-Article
Date Added to MERLOT:
March 13, 2025
Date Modified in MERLOT:
March 13, 2025
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Lesley Farmer
Asian American, Native American, Pacific Islander Serving Institution Hispanic Serving Institution
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College General Ed, College Lower Division, College Upper Division, Graduate School
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Website
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English
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