Reviews and commentary on computational biology by Lior Pachter

Lior Pachter · 3 Jun 2025

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Erroneous proofs of true statements in mathematics are likely not a common occurrence.

Their wordsIn regards to erroneous proofs of true statements in mathematics, I doubt they are common and disagree with Litt that they constitute a "not insubstantial portion of the literature".
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Most published research results are true and contain correct proofs or evidence.

Their wordsIn other words, most published research results are true and replete with correct proofs and/or evidence of their truth.
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Even when published scientific results are wrong, they usually remain useful.

Their wordsHowever, even when published results are wrong, they usually turn out to be useful.

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