AN EVALUATION OF PUBLICATION BIAS AND ITS EFFECT ON KNOWLEDGE DISSEMINATION AT PRECIOUS CORNERSTONE UNIVERSITY, IBADAN, OYO STATE
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Background of the Study
Publication bias, the tendency for studies with positive or significant results to be published more frequently than those with null or negative findings, is an ongoing concern in academic research. At Precious Cornerstone University, such bias can distort the body of available evidence, limit knowledge dissemination, and affect the progression of scientific inquiry. This study examines how publication bias influences the availability and dissemination of research findings, particularly affecting emerging fields and under-represented topics. The investigation considers the role of editorial practices, peer review standards, and funding pressures that may contribute to the preferential publication of certain types of results. By analyzing publication records, citation patterns, and the diversity of research topics, the study aims to determine the extent to which publication bias impacts the academic community at Precious Cornerstone University. The research draws on recent studies that emphasize the need for transparency in publishing practices and the adoption of measures to mitigate bias, thereby ensuring a more balanced and comprehensive dissemination of knowledge (Chukwu, 2023; Nwosu, 2024).
Statement of the Problem
Despite the critical importance of unbiased knowledge dissemination, Precious Cornerstone University faces challenges in addressing publication bias. The predominance of positive-result bias distorts the research landscape, limiting the visibility of studies with null or negative outcomes. This imbalance compromises the integrity of academic literature and restricts opportunities for comprehensive meta-analyses. The study seeks to examine these issues, identify the underlying causes of publication bias, and propose measures to improve editorial practices and promote balanced knowledge dissemination (Okeke, 2024).
Objectives of the Study
To assess the extent of publication bias in research outputs.
To analyze the impact of bias on knowledge dissemination and academic discourse.
To recommend strategies for mitigating publication bias.
Research Questions
What is the current level of publication bias at Precious Cornerstone University?
How does publication bias affect knowledge dissemination?
What measures can reduce the effects of publication bias in academic publishing?
Significance of the Study
This study is significant as it explores the consequences of publication bias on the integrity and accessibility of academic research. The findings will be instrumental in guiding reforms that enhance transparent publishing practices and promote balanced knowledge dissemination (Ibrahim, 2024).
Scope and Limitations of the Study
The study is limited to evaluating publication bias and its effects on knowledge dissemination at Precious Cornerstone University and does not include analyses of other potential forms of research bias.
Definitions of Terms
Publication Bias: The preferential publication of studies with positive outcomes over negative or null findings.
Knowledge Dissemination: The process by which research findings are distributed and communicated within the academic community.
Editorial Practices: Guidelines and procedures followed by journals during the publication process.
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