Reasons scientists avoid thinking about ethics.

Paul Root Wolpe

doi:10.1016/j.cell.2006.06.001

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Reasons scientists avoid thinking about ethics.

Paul Root Wolpe

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Science is a powerful force for change in modern society. As the professionals at its helm, scientists have a unique responsibility to shepherd that change with thoughtful advocacy of their research and careful ethical scrutiny of their own behavior.

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Ethics, Professional Ethics, Research Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice Professional Role Public Opinion Science Scientific Misconduct Social Responsibility Journal Article

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Paul Root Wolpe. 2006-06-16. Reasons scientists avoid thinking about ethics.. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cell.2006.06.001

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