Bending science : how special interests corrupt public health research / Thomas O. McGarity, Wendy E. Wagner.

Cambridge, Mass. ; London : Harvard University Press, 2008.

viii, 384 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm

Includes bibliographical references (p. 301-375) and index.

Why bend science? the players, the setting, and the consequences -- Where are the scientists? distorting science without oversight or penalty -- Shaping science: the art of creating research to fit one's needs -- Hiding science: the art of concealing unwelcome information -- Attacking science: the art of turning reliable research into "junk" -- Harassing scientists: the art of bullying scientists who produce damaging research -- Packaging science: the art of assembling an expert group to advance a favored outcome -- Spinning science: the art of manipulating public perceptions about credible science -- Restoring science: forcing bent science out into the open -- Reforming science oversight: instituting more vigorous oversight processes -- Final thoughts: a broader perspective on the problem and the prospects for change.