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Training early career researchers to use meta-research to improve science: A participant-guided “learn by doing” approach

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Meta-research, or the science of science, is a powerful technique that scientists can use to improve science, however most scientists are unaware that meta-research exists and courses are rare. This initiative demonstrates the feasibility of a participant-guided “learn by doing” approach, in which a multidisciplinary, global team of early career researchers learned meta-research skills by working together to design, conduct and publish a meta-research study.This Community Page article describes a participant-guided "learn by doing" initiative, in which a multidisciplinary, global team of early career researchers learned meta-research skills by working together to design, conduct and publish a meta-research (science of science) study. Participants can now apply these skills to solve problems in their own fields.

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  • Tracey L Weissgerber, 2021. "Training early career researchers to use meta-research to improve science: A participant-guided “learn by doing” approach," PLOS Biology, Public Library of Science, vol. 19(2), pages 1-5, February.
    • Handle: RePEc:plo:pbio00:3001073
    DOI: 10.1371/journal.pbio.3001073
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