John P. A. Ioannidis

John P. A. Ioannidis is a prominent Greek-American physician and researcher known for his work in evidence-based medicine and research methodology. He is particularly famous for highlighting the issues of bias and unreliability in scientific studies, famously stating that many published research findings are probably false. His influential paper, "Why Most Published Research Findings Are False," has sparked important discussions about the rigor of medical research. Ioannidis advocates for better research practices, transparency, and reproducibility to ensure that reliable and valid scientific knowledge is made available to improve healthcare outcomes.