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The Matthew Effect in Science and Career Trajectories

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A famous study found that papers written by Nobel laureates receive much more attention and citation after the laureate wins the prize, compared to the same papers published before the award.

Why this is interesting

You've probably heard that 'the rich get richer.' But did you know this principle also applies to scientists? Why do famous researchers get credit for work they didn't even do?