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  • Scientific methodology
  • Higher education in sciences
  • Research integrity

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  • Direct replication is crucial for scientific reliability but faces barriers due to cost, time, and lack of reward in current publication models.
  • The challenge of who will conduct replications remains a significant issue in scientific research.
  • Existing publication practices do not adequately incentivize or support replication studies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose and evaluate the integration of direct replication studies into undergraduate laboratory classes.
  • To explore the feasibility and benefits of using student laboratory courses for scientific replication.
  • To address the deficit in replication research by leveraging educational settings.

Main Methods:

  • Authors incorporated replication of recent scientific findings into their own laboratory courses.
  • Students were tasked with conducting direct replications as part of their experimental methods training.
  • Appropriate supervision was provided to guide students through the replication process.

Main Results:

  • Replicating cutting-edge research proved to be an engaging and enjoyable experience for students.
  • Students had the opportunity to make genuine scientific contributions through their replication work.
  • The process highlighted the importance of robust reporting standards and scientific openness.

Conclusions:

  • Student laboratory classes can serve as a viable and effective venue for conducting scientific replications.
  • Integrating replication into coursework provides practical training and reinforces key aspects of the scientific process.
  • This approach offers a potential solution to the underfunding and underperformance of replication studies.