A searchable index of real negative results, null findings, and replication failures from the published literature — so you can learn what didn't work before repeating it.
WASTE indexes published research — it does not host or republish full papers. Each entry is a metadata record (title, authors, DOI) compiled from open scholarly databases, with the abstract shown in full only where the paper is openly licensed (e.g. Creative Commons); otherwise a short excerpt is shown for reference under fair use. WASTE classifies each work by failure type; classifications are automated and approximate.
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Whitmore N, Kim M, Chua P et al. · 2026 · Preprint
Abstract Interoception–the capacity to sense and process internal bodily signals–is strongly linked to emotional experience and mental health, but whether amplifying access to bodily signals causally improves mental well-being remains…
Ali M, Salehnejad R, Kawalek P · 2026 · The International journal of health planning and management
This study investigates the role of complementary clusters of human resource management (HRM) practices in explaining the persistent productivity variations across English NHS hospitals. While prior research has highlighted the importance…
Mofokeng TS, Okoro CS · 2026 · Preprint
We examine whether board activity, board size, board independence, and board tenure are associated with the performance of South African REITs from 2013 to 2025. We assess whether these attributes translate into measurable performance…
Pramitra B, Al Musadieq M, Afrianty TW et al. · 2026 · Preprint
This study aims to examine the influence of networking capabilities and transformational organizational characteristics on digital adoption, as well as its impact on port performance at container ports in Indonesia. This study also…
Atay S, Kurt A, Dağ OD et al. · 2026 · Journal of oral science
Purpose This study aimed to evaluate the effects of scan body splinting material types and heights on scanning accuracy and duration for a completely edentulous mandible. Methods Scan bodies on multi-unit abutments were splinted at heights…
Talhelm J, Srivastava S, Ostrander J et al. · 2026 · Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. Part H, Journal of engineering in medicine
Falls by subjects riding a ski lift while in transit are rare but can cause significant injury. Falls can occur at variable heights and can occur to small children to adults of both genders. The current study was designed to investigate…
Clemens NH, Boucher AN, Vaughn S et al. · 2026 · Journal of learning disabilities
Students in grades 2 through 4 with significant word reading difficulties were randomly assigned to one of two 10-week interventions. In the Dual Treatment condition, decoding instruction emphasized regularity in spelling-sound…
Kaba M, Eyüboğlu GB, Karadas M · 2026 · Polymers
This study aimed to assess the effect of etching protocols on the bonding performance of three universal adhesives to dentin under different aging conditions. Specimens were obtained from human molars and randomly allocated to 6 groups ( n…
Alfakih A, Nadeau NJ, Watt PJ · 2026 · Ecology and evolution
Widely distributed animals may exhibit substantial plastic physiological, morphological and behavioural responses to environmental changes. One such extraordinary form of plasticity is colour change, which varies substantially among most…
Ofori I · 2026 · Preprint
Abstract In the current dynamic and competitive business landscape, firms are under increasing pressure to improve their cost efficiency while simultaneously embracing sustainable supply chain practices. The main objective of the study was…
Daşdöğen Ü, Hitchcock J, Ahn S et al. · 2026 · Journal of speech, language, and hearing research : JSLHR
Objectives The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of speaker-to-listener distance versus room size on individuals' voice perception and production using immersive virtual reality (IVR). Method Fifteen vocally healthy…
Torell F, Rohlén R, Dimitriou M · 2026 · PloS one
Mechanical perturbations applied to the arm can elicit reflexive actions. These rapid corrective responses include the stretch reflex, which consists of different components: the short-latency reflex (SLR) and the early and late…
Zierden K, Werdecker S, Wöstmann B et al. · 2026 · Clinical oral investigations
Purpose The purpose of this retrospective cohort study was to investigate the clinical performance and longevity of double-crown-retained removable-dental-prostheses (DCR-RDP) with spark-eroded friction pins inserted in a general dental…
Yoshida A, Horii N, Oshima S et al. · 2026 · The International journal of pharmacy practice
Objective This study investigated whether providing numerical adverse event information and social norm nudging in medication counselling enhances patients' willingness to take medication differently, depending on their numeracy skills.…
Mohammadpour N, Shirdel M, Hekmatfar S · 2026 · Journal of education and health promotion
Background This study aimed to assess the effects of maternal dental anxiety on the time of first dental visit and dental caries status of children. Materials and methods This cross-sectional study was conducted on 220 children between 3…
MORADIAN H, JOSPIN F, GUILLEMOT J et al. · 2026 · Preprint
Abstract Probiotics and their fermented products are emerging strategies for the treatment of inflammatory disorders such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). In this study, we first aimed to show the protective effects of a probiotic…
Georgescu I, Gigout E, Minvielle É et al. · 2026 · Breast (Edinburgh, Scotland)
Background Non-adherence to long-term oral therapies in breast cancer, adjuvant endocrine therapy and oral targeted therapies in metastatic disease, affects 30-50% of patients and is associated with increased recurrence risk or poorer…
Tavernier C, van Mourik R, van Diepen R et al. · 2026 · Preprint
Solar fields are increasingly common in European landscapes, and research on their impact on bird communities has been growing. However, solar fields vary substantially in their design and management, making it difficult to generalise…
Di Cesare G, Monachesi C, Carciofi A et al. · 2026 · Preprint
Background: /Objective: Non–IgE-mediated food allergies (non-IgE-FAs) are increasingly recognized in infancy as causes of delayed gastrointestinal symptoms, nutritional com-promise, and impaired growth. This retrospective study aimed to…
Vural GY · 2026 · BMC plant biology
Background Interest in edible flowers is growing due to their visual appeal and nutritional value. However, there is insufficient research on the cultivation of these plants. This study was conducted to test the usability of…
Öztürk S, Sezer TA · 2026 · The Journal of perinatal & neonatal nursing
Purpose To evaluate the effect of postpartum mothers' health literacy levels on their knowledge and attitudes toward newborn screening. Methods This descriptive, cross-sectional, correlational study was conducted in the postpartum ward of…
Suwanlee S, Kamsaenrat W, Pimvong P et al. · 2026 · Preprint
Abstract Moringa oleifera Lam. leaves are rich in nutrients and possess high levels of antioxidant compounds, demonstrating potential as a functional feed ingredient for promoting animal health and productivity. However, Moringa oleifera…
Sariali̇oğlu A, Oluç T · 2026 · BMC psychology
Background Blood sampling is one of the invasive procedures in a hospital setting that can cause fear, anxiety, and stress in children. Aim The study aimed to determine the effect of the Liquid Motion Bubbler Timer Soothing Sensory Toy on…
Yidana P, Bangase EA, Billa G · 2026 · Preprint
Abstract Despite the growing global discourse on alternative credentials such as micro-credentials and skill-based certifications, empirical evidence on their influence on demand for traditional higher education in African contexts remains…
SAHIN D · 2026 · Preprint
Abstract This study examines the motivational factors shaping ısers’ continuance intention toward generative artificial intelligence (GAI) by integrating the Uses and Gratifications theory (U&G) with the Unified Theory of Acceptance and…
Layton KL, Edwards TL, Foster TM · 2026 · Journal of the experimental analysis of behavior
Translational research investigating traditional differential reinforcement of alternative behavior (DRA) suggests that such procedures increase the persistence of target behavior relative to when the alternative behavior is first…
Betz M · 2026 · Preprint
Abstract This study estimates the geographic variation in the fertility effects of state-level abortion bans on birth rates across urban, micropolitan, and rural areas. Using restricted county-level birth data from the National Center for…
Setyawan H, Andhika Akbar Rahma R, Nur Kusuma N et al. · 2026 · Preprint
Background: Workplace fatigue is a significant factor that can impact worker safety and productivity, particularly in industrial environments with high levels of noise exposure. Various types of hearing protection, such as earmuffs and…
Bair H · 2026 · NPJ digital medicine
Li et al. report that clinician last authorship is associated with greater "impact" in AI deployment trials. This commentary argues that current evidence is insufficient to attribute this to clinical leadership per se. Concerns include…
Li H, Meng W, Xiao H et al. · 2025 · BMC plant biology
BACKGROUND: Elevated temperature and enhanced ultraviolet B (UV-B) radiation are two major global climate change issues of concern today, but their effects on high-elevation rice paddy ecosystems are of limited understanding. A Two-year…