Science becomes trustworthy by constantly questioning itself.

What happens when the greatest strengths of science-openness, humility, self-criticism, and self-correction-are exploited for political gain? Scientists affirm the genuine application of those strengths as the source of its trustworthiness.

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Main Author: Brian A Nosek
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2025-08-01
Series:PLoS Biology
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pbio.3003334
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