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Should researchers routinely publish replication studies in their field?
Research Idea
Replication studies verify the reliability of earlier findings but are often undervalued compared to novel work. Greater replication effort could strengthen scientific confidence. Should replication studies become a more regular and rewarded practice?
Adam Evans, Aaron Roberts and 11 others8 Comments-
Replication studies are essential for confirming whether earlier findings hold up.
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Replication studies are essential for confirming whether earlier findings hold up.
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Replication studies are essential for confirming whether earlier findings hold up.
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They are often hard to publish because they lack perceived novelty.
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Journals and funders should create stronger incentives for replication work.
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Direct replication and conceptual replication serve different and complementary purposes.
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Direct replication and conceptual replication serve different and complementary purposes.
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Direct replication and conceptual replication serve different and complementary purposes.
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