[s12e21] The Plagiarism Schism Online

A copy of the original thesis with highlighted sections corresponding to an earlier paper by a different researcher.

California Institute of Technology Ethics Committee From: Dr. Amy Farrah Fowler & Dr. Sheldon Cooper Date: April 28, 2026 Subject: Formal Evidence of Plagiarism by Drs. Campbell and Pemberton 1. Executive Summary

We chose not to leak the evidence to the Nobel Committee. [S12E21] The Plagiarism Schism

As scientists, we debated whether "winning" via a character assassination—regardless of the truth—compromised the integrity of our own scientific achievement. 4. Resolution and Action Taken

This report outlines the ethical conflict and subsequent resolution regarding the academic misconduct of Drs. Campbell and Pemberton during their Nobel Prize campaign for Super-Asymmetry. A copy of the original thesis with highlighted

The decision-making process regarding the disclosure of this evidence involved two primary perspectives:

After careful consideration, it was determined that the merit of Super-Asymmetry must stand on its own scientific proof rather than the professional downfall of competitors. Sheldon Cooper Date: April 28, 2026 Subject: Formal

Dr. Sheldon Cooper, B.S., M.S., M.A., Ph.D., Sc.D. Dr. Amy Farrah Fowler, Ph.D.