The awarded research sheds light on an important topic in academic publishing: the selective reporting of placebo tests. Placebo tests are crucial for verifying the validity of research findings. The study by Dreber, Johannesson, and Yang shows a trend where statistically significant placebo test results are often underreported. This phenomenon, known as "reversed p-hacking," can lead to biased conclusions in economic research. 

Their findings highlight the importance of rigorous and transparent research practices, emphasizing the need for accurate reporting of all results, including placebo tests, to ensure unbiased conclusions in the field of economics. 
 
Global recognition for SSE Scholars 
Anna Dreber and Magnus Johannesson are internationally renowned economists whose work has helped push the boundaries of research integrity and reproducibility. Their latest award underscores the impact of their contributions and further reinforces SSE’s position as a leader in high-quality economic research.

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