Anatomy of a Train Wreck

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The 2012 failure to replicate a significant psychology experiment on priming sparked a major debate about the integrity of psychological research. Ruth Leys explores the historical context of the theories and practices that shaped priming studies, arguing that understanding these foundational assumptions is crucial to addressing the methodological issues that have emerged. Her analysis aims to provide a comprehensive genealogy of the scientific paradigms that guided priming research, shedding light on the broader implications for psychology and cognitive sciences amidst ongoing controversies.