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The Credit Dilemma – Ethics of Authorship in Modern Research

The Credit Dilemma – Ethics of Authorship in Modern Research

Update: 2025-11-03
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Who truly deserves credit for a scientific publication? How can fairness and transparency in authorship strengthen research integrity?

In this episode of Frontiers in Kidney Medicine & BioIntelligence, Dr. Len Usvyat talks with Dr. Lisa Rasmussen, Professor of Philosophy at UNC Charlotte and Editor-in-Chief of Accountability in Research. Together, they explore:

• Why authorship remains the "currency" of academic success
• How lack of universal standards fuels conflict
• The rise of "gift" and "ghost" authorship
• How AI is reshaping accountability in science
• Best practices for transparency and shared responsibility

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The Credit Dilemma – Ethics of Authorship in Modern Research

The Credit Dilemma – Ethics of Authorship in Modern Research

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