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Former Stanford University President Marc Tessier-Lavigne retracted a 2009 science paper on Alzheimer's disease, marking his fourth retraction in four months due to manipulated data. The retraction follows an investigation that found flaws in his research, leading to his resignation in July. The investigation also revealed lapses in oversight of his labs and failure to correct mistakes in published papers.
Marc Tessier-Lavigne, a prominent neuroscientist and former Stanford president, has retracted a significant Alzheimer's research paper from Nature after a decade of resistance. The retraction follows the discovery of image anomalies and biostatistical errors, although Tessier-Lavigne denies falsification of data. This is his fourth retraction in recent months, amidst a Stanford-sponsored investigation confirming a pattern of falsified research in labs he oversaw. The paper, once thought to be a breakthrough in Alzheimer's treatment, was also used by Genentech in negotiations to increase the company's valuation during its acquisition by Roche. Concerns about the research's reproducibility and integrity have been ongoing since 2012, with recent developments leading to the retraction.
Theo Baker, the student journalist who exposed alleged errors in research conducted by a biotech company linked to Stanford University's former president, Marc Tessier-Lavigne, has secured a book deal with Penguin Press. The book will detail Baker's freshman year and his investigative reporting that led to Tessier-Lavigne's resignation as president. Despite having journalist parents, Baker credits his school paper for his success. Stanford's board found evidence of research misconduct by some members of labs overseen by Tessier-Lavigne but did not find evidence of personal engagement in misconduct.
Stanford University President, Marc Tessier-Lavigne, has announced his resignation following an independent review of his research that found significant flaws in studies he supervised dating back decades. While he was cleared of accusations of scientific fraud and misconduct, the review concluded that his work had "multiple problems" and "fell below customary standards of scientific rigor." As a result, several papers will be retracted or corrected. The allegations, although involving work published before his tenure at Stanford, have tarnished the university's reputation. Tessier-Lavigne will step down at the end of August but remain as a professor of biology.
Stanford University President Marc Tessier-Lavigne has resigned amid concerns over the university's research practices. The decision comes after an internal investigation revealed potential violations of research integrity policies. Tessier-Lavigne's resignation highlights the importance of maintaining ethical standards in academic institutions.