When considering scientific evidence, it's often assumed that the most frequently cited articles appear in the most prestigious journals. However, this isn’t always accurate. Journals are ranked by their impact factor, which measures how often articles are cited in a given year. Surprisingly, junk science can be found in both esteemed peer-reviewed journals and lesser-known ones. This segment, the second in our junk science series, aims to shed light on the increasing issue of flawed scientific articles and point out potential red flags to watch for when evaluating published studies.
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