Has a recent spate of article retractions got you concerned? Join host Nikesh Gosalia as he speaks to Dr Marie Soulière on the nitty-gritty of article retractions and research integrity. In this conversation, they explore the different perspectives to article retractions, alongside the implications of mass retractions, both financial and reputational, and the shifting taboos around retractions. Dr Soulière also shares a personal anecdote on the common pressure faced by academics worldwide – the pressure to publish – and how this ties in with producing ethical research. Finally, the discussion shifts to a key topic in the world of publishing – the use of tools to streamline publishing operations.

Dr Marie Soulière is the Head of Publishing Projects with Frontiers. She has a PhD in Chemical and Computational Biology, 12 publications, and several presentation awards. With her 10 years as a manager in the publishing industry and position as Elected COPE Council Member, she is a well-established figure in open access publishing. She can be reached at LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marie-souliere/

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