Title: Retractions in Scientific Publishing: Lessens learned
Summary description in the English Language: The goal of presentation was retractions in scientific publishing serve as a crucial, if painful, self-correcting mechanism for the research ecosystem. The key lessons reveal that most retractions stem from misconduct—such as plagiarism, image manipulation, or data fabrication—rather than honest error. This highlights the urgent need to move beyond a "publish or perish" culture that prioritizes quantity over integrity. Prevention is paramount: institutions must foster ethical training and robust data management, while funders and universities should reward rigorous, reproducible science. Publishers, for their part, must standardize transparent retraction processes and invest in screening tools. Ultimately, retractions are not merely failures to be hidden but essential diagnostics; a healthier scientific community depends on supporting whistleblowers, ensuring accountability, and upholding transparency to maintain public trust.
Type of activity: Workshop
Presenter/s: Prof. Dr. Hamdia Mirkhan Ahmed
Qualification: Professor
Affiliation: Health Science College / Hawler Medical University
Audience: Academician
Venue: College of Pharmacy
No. of Participants: 51
Day: Sunday
Date: 11/1/2026
Time: 10 A.M.
