02.07.2024 Elite researchers in China say they had ‘no choice’ but to commit misconduct

A researcher from an elite Chinese university admitted to committing research misconduct due to job pressure, according to a study published in Research Ethics. Sociologists Zhang Xinqu and Wang Peng from the University of Hong Kong interviewed staff from three top Chinese universities, revealing how China's ambitious Double First-Class Initiative to create world-class universities has led to unethical practices. Critics argue the study overstates the negative impact, while defenders stress the systemic pressure on researchers to publish. The Chinese government has introduced measures to combat misconduct, but challenges in promoting research integrity remain.

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