 The current system of incentivized research has led to a proliferation of poor research practices, resulting in a higher rate of false positive findings. These practices are selected for by the system itself, as success in academia is measured by publications rather than discoveries. This dynamic has resulted in a lack of progress in the field, as researchers continue to use outdated methods and techniques that lead to misleading conclusions. To address this issue, we need to rethink how we measure success in academia, and reward those who make meaningful contributions to our understanding of the world. This article was authored by Pauli Smaldino and Richard McElrath.