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Harvard's Ethical Scandal: A Professor's Fall from Grace

The academic world is no stranger to controversies, but the recent scandal surrounding Harvard University has raised significant eyebrows among scholars and the public alike. Francesca Gino, a once-respected professor at Harvard Business School, was dismissed after a thorough investigation revealed serious ethical violations in her research practices.

The Spark of Outrage

The unraveling of Gino’s academic career began when graduate student Zoe Zeiani accused her of data falsification in studies focused on dishonesty and ethical behavior. Despite facing initial pushback against her claims, Zeiani chose to reach out to Data Colada, a blog dedicated to behavioral science, where she detailed her findings.