Table of Contents
Acknowledgments vii
1 Introduction 1
2 Why Bend Science?: The Players, the Setting, and the Consequences 20
3 Where Are the Scientists?: Distorting Science without Oversight or Penalty 44
4 Shaping Science: The Art of Creating Research to Fit One's Needs 60
5 Hiding Science: The Art of Concealing Unwelcome Information 97
6 Attacking Science: The Art of Turning Reliable Research into "Junk" 128
7 Harassing Scientists: The Art of Bullying Scientists Who Produce Damaging Research 157
8 Packaging Science: The Art of Assembling an Expert Group to Advance a Favored Outcome 181
9 Spinning Science: The Art of Manipulating Public Perceptions about Credible Science 204
10 Restoring Science: Forcing Bent Science Out into the Open 229
11 Reforming Science Oversight: Instituting More Vigorous Oversight Processes 259
12 Final Thoughts: A Broader Perspective on the Problem and the Prospects for Change 291
Notes 301
Index 377