Despite Being Discredited, So-Called Race Science Endures

Key Points

• The study aims to analyze the persistence of race science despite being scientifically discredited and its effects on misinformation.
• Review of historical and recent literature on race science.
• Analysis of online platforms propagating misinformation based on discredited research.
• Examination of ethical considerations in research data usage.
• Identified key platforms where race science misinformation thrives.
• Demonstrated a correlation between unethical research use and the spread of misinformation.
• Highlighted ongoing societal impact and implications for public understanding of race.