When science discourages correction: How publishers profit from mistakes
- Written by Douglas Sheil, Professor, Faculty of Environmental Sciences and Natural Resource Management, Wageningen University
Flawed scientific articles don’t just clutter journals — they misguide policies, waste taxpayer funds, and endanger lives. Errors in top-tier research persist due to a broken correction system. Consider our own recent experiences.
In March 2025, Communications Earth & Environment publisheda paper claiming oil palm certification...





