The Error Rate in Biological Publication: A Preliminary Survey.

Sabine, John R.

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Publication Date: 1985

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The Error Rate in Biological Publication: A Preliminary Survey.

Sabine, John R.

BioScience, v35 n6 p358-63 Jun 1985

Examines errors in 21 science journals, focusing on error types, editorial policy and practice, causes, consequences, and future action. Because of the serious implications of these errors, the scientific community is cautioned not to ignore the problem. Several recommendations are given. (DH)

Descriptors: Biological Sciences, Error Patterns, Higher Education, Publications, Scholarly Journals, Scientific and Technical Information

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Language: English

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