Science has been the underlying principle of many of the important technological advancements across the globe. From the latest drug treatments and energy production to the development of computer chips. While innovation is the driving force behind science, business is all about profit and keeping shareholders satisfied. Traditionally the business and science worlds have been viewed as separate entities. However, they are interconnected and it is impossible to discern the impact of research in science and its business impact.
While the business world is principally focused on earning money, its longer-term effects could be significant for the environment, social and economic impacts. Science is also concerned with the consequences of its actions, especially its decisions regarding the exploitation of resources and sustainability. A well-run business would, for instance, exploit a resource at the level that is scientifically sustainable. However, greedy businesses have led to a frenzied use of natural resources and ecological disaster.
We have codified the expected results and the results of these strategies. (TL did the initial coding and AG coded 20% of the papers). We found that companies employ five macro-level strategies to reduce the credibility http://scorbe.de/performance-theory-in-modern-physics/ of negative research findings and increase the credibility of favorable scientific findings. These strategies are implemented by meso strategies that can, over time, alter the evidence base in favor of industry. It has three distal consequences: to cast doubt on the potential harms caused by industry products and practices; to push policy responses that are in favour of industry; and also to increase consumption, sales, and use of products from industry.