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... > social science subjects > communication and media studies > communication studies > science and technology communication > law, policy, ethics, and beliefs > conflicts of interest in science

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conflicts of interest in science  

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  • In 1942, sociologist Robert Merton included “disinterested” as one of the four behavioral norms of scientists, meaning that scientists were not to have emotional or financial ties to their research. Although critics have called Merton's norms overly idealistic, the last several decades have witnessed growing concerns in the scientific community regarding scientists' objectivity in the face of increased pressures to seek sponsored funding for their research. [Source: Encyclopedia of Science and Technology Communication; Conflicts of Interest in Science]

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