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Deviance in the practice of science

J D Douglas1

  • 1University of California, San Diego.

Academic Medicine : Journal of the Association of American Medical Colleges
|September 1, 1993
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Biomedical researchers face conflicting rules between scientific values and bureaucratic mandates. This can lead to unintentional violations of core scientific principles, eroding public trust.

Area of Science:

  • Biomedical research ethics
  • Sociology of science

Background:

  • Historically, universities and scientists were viewed as sacred institutions dedicated to truth.
  • Public perception, journalists, and policymakers still view scientific misconduct as a violation of a sacred trust.
  • Modern biomedical research is increasingly dominated by government funding and bureaucratic structures.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze misconduct in biomedical research through the lens of deviance theory.
  • To explore the conflict between scientific community values and external bureaucratic rules.
  • To understand the differing reactions of scientists and the public to research scandals.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual analysis of deviance in scientific research.
  • Examination of the historical shift in the perception of science and scientists.
Keywords:
Biomedical and Behavioral Research

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  • Discussion of the impact of bureaucratic structures on scientific practice.

    • Main Results:

    • A distinction is crucial between externally imposed rules and personally committed values.
    • Bureaucratic rules in government-funded research often conflict with scientific community mores.
    • Scientists may rationalize violating bureaucratic rules while believing they uphold scientific values.

    Conclusions:

    • The increasing divergence between scientific values and bureaucratic regulations poses a risk to core scientific principles.
    • This conflict can lead to a gradual erosion of important scientific values.
    • Addressing this conflict is essential for maintaining scientific integrity and public trust.