Martin And Stern

In this moral dilemma, Bailey is confronted with the option to preserve a friendship with a research colleague, or reduce a barrier in his professional development. Also, conflicts regarding the right of Stern and Professor Martin to have a romantic relationship, and the right of graduate students to experience equal treatment are presented. The romantic relationship between Martin and Stern has brought upon the misuse of research grants, a misrepresentation of authorship, and has interrupted professionalism between graduate students and their instructor. The misuse of research grants is evident in the covering of Stern’s expenses. Grants are meant to be used for research purposes, instead of for romantic getaways. Falsification of authorship is apparent within the placement of Stern’s name on abstracts. Stern’s name is more popularized compared to other graduate students, making it appear as if her role in experimentation is more important than her peers. Moreover, professionalism within the laboratory is disturbed as research colleagues are aware of Martin’s and Stern’s romance. They are also aware of the special treatment that Stern receives. In the lab, Martin is suppose to mentor all of the graduate researchers equally, and place significance in their success. …show more content…
Bailey, Stern, and Martin are not properly functioning as a research team. The negative effects of the relationship are evident in how Bailey is treated. He feels as though he is being discriminated against. Evidence of the unequal treatment of Martin’s researchers is apparent in the absence of Baily’s name on abstracts, and his lack of participation in scientific meetings. Through, Bailey and Stern are equally qualified, the favoritism of Stern has limited Bailey’s ability to