Learned Publishing 2025
The article examines the issue of retracted scientific papers. Retractions occur due to errors, misconduct, or fraud, and have significantly increased over the years, particularly with the rise of unethical paper mills. Despite retractions, many of these papers continue to be cited, sometimes due to lack of awareness or deliberate attempts to support certain research claims. The Authors suggest that stricter policies, increased awareness, and better editorial oversight are necessary to prevent the spread of misinformation and protect the integrity of scientific literature.
Learned Publishing 2025 doi: 10.1002/leap.1667
Recommended on behalf of EASE by Silvia Maina, Italy