A peek behind the paper – Pan Pantziarka on journal retractions in oncology

Take a look behind the scenes of a recent Future Oncology research article, entitled ‘Journal retractions in oncology – a bibliometric study’, as we ask lead authors, Pan Pantziarka and Lydie Meheus (both Anticancer Fund), about what can be done to tackle the dangers of scientific misconduct in oncology.   Could you introduce yourself and explain what stimulated your interest in examining journal retractions in oncology?  The Anticancer Fund is a not-for-profit cancer research foundation that focuses on developing new treatment options for cancer patients, particularly focused on the areas of drug repurposing and immunotherapy. We have a very patient-oriented outlook and interact with many patients directly, including those looking for clinical trials...