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Yuying Zhao1, Weifeng Pang1, Ning Yang1
1Department of Medical Oncology, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang 150001, P.R. China.
Abstract:
Following the publication of this paper, it was drawn to the Editors' attention by a concerned reader that various panels showing the data from flow cytometry experiments in Figs. 2D, 5D and 6D, and certain of the tumor images shown in Fig. 8A, were strikingly similar to data appearing in different form in other articles by different authors. Owing to the fact that the contentious data in the above article had already been published, or were already under consideration for publication elsewhere, prior to its submission to International Journal of Oncology, the Editor has decided that this paper should be retracted from the Journal. The authors were asked for an explanation to account for these concerns, but the Editorial Office did not receive a reply. The Editor apologizes to the readership for any inconvenience caused. [International Journal of Oncology 53: 2715‑2726, 2018; DOI: 10.3892/ijo.2018.4576].
Insights
This study on flow cytometry and tumor imaging data has been retracted due to concerns about data similarity with previously published work. The journal cited prior publication and lack of author response as reasons for retraction.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Immunology
- Biomedical Research
Context:
- Concerns were raised regarding data duplication and potential image manipulation.
- Specific figures (2D, 5D, 6D, 8A) were identified as having similarities to other publications.
Purpose:
- To address concerns about data integrity and ethical publication practices.
- To inform the scientific community about the retraction of a published paper.
Summary:
- The paper published in International Journal of Oncology has been retracted.
- Retraction is due to concerns over data similarity in flow cytometry and tumor imaging.
- Authors did not provide a response to the editorial office regarding the concerns.
Impact:
- Ensures the integrity of the scientific record.
- Highlights the importance of originality and proper citation in research.
- Maintains trust in published scientific findings.
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