Idea stealing”- does it affect scientific innovation and creativity?

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Stealing others idea or “Idea stealing” is a widely accepted common
practice in research, both in academic and industrial laboratories.
This blog analyzes the direct scientific impact of “idea stealing” in
scientific research, particularly in specific industrial R&D
laboratories. Link to the blog: http://www.sciclips.com/sciclips/blogMain.do