‘Machiavellian’ scientists more likely to commit research fraud

If lab misconduct is linked to personality traits, there is a case for assessing these when hiring scientists, say researchers

Published on
October 12, 2016
Last updated
February 16, 2017
Two researchers conducting a lie detector test on a young woman
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Screening test: taking a ‘more multidimensional angle in selection/hiring criteria’ could prevent ‘bad apples’ from entering academia

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