Funding bias
Funding bias
Funding bias (/ˈfʌndɪŋ baɪəs/), also known as sponsorship bias, is a form of research bias that can affect the outcome and interpretation of scientific research. The term refers to the tendency for the interpretation of research results to be influenced by the source of research funding.
Etymology
The term "funding bias" is derived from the English words "funding", referring to money provided for a particular purpose, and "bias", which refers to a prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another.
Related terms
- Research bias: A systematic error or deviation in results or inferences from the truth.
- Conflict of interest: A situation in which a person or organization is involved in multiple interests, one of which could possibly corrupt the motivation.
- Publication bias: The tendency for researchers, editors, and pharmaceutical companies to handle the reporting of experimental results that are positive differently from results that are negative or inconclusive.
See also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Funding bias
- Wikipedia's article - Funding bias
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