Several factors contribute to publication bias in catalysis:
1. Positive Results: Studies that demonstrate significant findings are more likely to be published than those with null or negative results. 2. Novelty: Research that presents new and innovative catalytic processes is often favored over replication studies or incremental advancements. 3. Editorial Preferences: Journal editors and reviewers may have conscious or unconscious biases that influence their decisions on what to publish. 4. Funding and Career Pressure: Researchers may be incentivized to produce 'publishable' results to secure funding and advance their careers.
