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“Nobody cares about your blog” (mssprovenance.blogspot.com)

617 points by barry-cotter · 1351 days ago · 125 comments on HN

Article summary

The article's content is unavailable, but the discussion reveals a potential case of plagiarism involving a professor who allegedly copied work from a blog without proper citation or acknowledgment. The professor's response and the involvement of lawyers have sparked criticism and debate. The incident has raised questions about academic integrity and the handling of plagiarism cases. The discussion also uncovers potential discrepancies in the professor's publication and affiliated organizations.

Main themes

  • academic integrity
  • plagiarism
  • academic publishing
  • accountability
  • transparency
  • fraudulent activities

What commenters say

  • The professor's actions constitute plagiarism and a lack of academic integrity.
  • The involvement of lawyers and dismissive responses are seen as attempts to intimidate and deflect criticism.
  • The incident highlights the need for proper citation and acknowledgment of sources in academic work.
  • Some argue that universities and journals may not take plagiarism cases seriously enough, while others believe that investigations can be thorough and fair.
  • The discovery of potential scams and fraudulent activities related to the professor's publication and affiliated organizations has added to the controversy.
  • The use of stock photos and fake staff members has raised suspicions about the legitimacy of the organizations involved.
  • The case has sparked a discussion about the importance of accountability and transparency in academic publishing.
  • Some commenters believe that the professor's career may be affected by the allegations, while others think that the academic community may not take sufficient action.