June 3rd - When science goes wrong

Speaker: Bob Foster.

Why do some scientists feel compelled to cheat — and how do they do it? How common is scientific misconduct or outright fraud?
There are deep-rooted problems in how scientific research is conducted, leading to billions of pounds wasted, careers destroyed, and growing public distrust in science.
But all is not lost. From lone sleuths exposing dodgy data to bold efforts to reform the system, there’s a fightback underway — and it matters.