meta-research

Meta-research, also known as research on research, involves studying how scientific studies are conducted, reported, and evaluated. Its goal is to understand and improve the quality, transparency, and reliability of research across fields. By analyzing patterns, errors, and biases in existing studies, meta-research helps identify best practices and reduces wasteful or misleading research. Essentially, it’s a way to reflect on the scientific process itself to make future research more accurate, trustworthy, and efficient.