Now Stanford University is a topic of discussion for lots of people. The president of Stanford University Marc Tessier-Lavigne made a huge decision after the students of Stanford University talked about Scandal.
In the article, we will talk about what decision the president takes or what is the scandal. So, stay with the article to know more about the scandal and the decision of Stanford University’s president.
Stanford University President Scandal
Recently a student of Stanford who is also a journalist gave the statement. According to Stanforddaily.com, There are some flaws in President Marc Tessier- Lavigne authored papers. Marc says, “Never submitted a scientific paper without firmly believing that the data were correct and accurately presented.”
The review considered 12 papers on which Tessier-Lavigne worked, and Marc is the lead author of five of them. He said he was aware of the issues in four of the five letters but recognized that “insufficient” steps were being taken to address the issues. He said he would withdraw three papers and correct two. And he is a co-author of seven papers.
Lavigne said, “The Panel’s review also identified instances of manipulation of research data by others in my lab. Although I was unaware of these issues, I want to be clear that I take responsibility for the work of my lab members.” he added, “I agree that in some instances I should have been more diligent when seeking corrections, and I regret that I was not,”.
Stanford President Marc Tessier-Lavigne Resigns
Following the investigation, it is known that the research conducted two decades ago has some flaws. People are calling it a research scandal. Lavigne has said previously that if anything is found against him, he is going to resign from his position as President.
Mr. Marc took no second thoughts and as soon as the investigation reported flaws in the research. He submitted his resignation. Now, the question is who will serve as the next president?
Richard Saller, the professor will serve as the interim president until the new president is selected. University professionals are curious about all the happening and speculating about various names for future presidents. But the real name can be known after any official announcement is made.
