In an environment where the impact of research is central, scientists face the dilemma of choosing between orthodox writing for objectivity and sensational writing to provoke interest. The use of superlatives in high-ranking ecology journals has increased significantly in recent years, a writing behavior that works against scientific objectivity.

On Deepest Caves, Extreme Habitats, and Ecological Superlatives

Mammola;Stefano
2020

Abstract

In an environment where the impact of research is central, scientists face the dilemma of choosing between orthodox writing for objectivity and sensational writing to provoke interest. The use of superlatives in high-ranking ecology journals has increased significantly in recent years, a writing behavior that works against scientific objectivity.
2020
extreme ecosystems
impact factor
record-breaking species
research integrity
scientific writing
sensationalism
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