Use of scientific research to promote one's own cause inappropriately is described as

Ethics in scientific research refers to the set of moral principles and values that guide the conduct of research involving human or animal subjects, as well as the dissemination of research findings. This includes ensuring informed consent, protecting privacy and confidentiality, minimizing harm and risks, and ensuring scientific integrity.

 Key Points

• Junk science refers to use of scientific research to promote one's own cause inappropriately.
• Research that is flawed, unreliable, or based on incomplete or biased data, and is often used to support false or unscientific claims.
• Junk science can have serious consequences, particularly when it is used to make decisions or shape public policy.
• It can also undermine public trust in scientific research and lead to a general disregard for scientific evidence.
• Junk science can also refer to the inappropriate use of scientific research to promote a particular agenda or belief, even if the research itself is sound.

Additional Information

• Improper science refers to research that is conducted using unethical or fraudulent methods.
• Routine science refers to research that is conducted using standard and established methods.
• Unscience refers to research that is conducted without adherence to scientific principles or using methods that lack scientific validity.