Martin Reinhart

Prof. Dr. Martin Reinhart is Professor of Science Studies and Evaluation Research at Humboldt University of Berlin's Institute of Library and Information Science, where he serves as Managing Director of the Robert K. Merton Center for Science Studies. His research examines peer review systems, scientific evaluation practices, and knowledge translation in biomedicine.

Education:

• PhD in Science Studies, University of Basel (2012)
• Studies in Sociology, Economics, and Computer Science, University of Basel

Reinhart investigates the sociology of scientific evaluation, including peer review methodologies, transparency in misconduct management, and organizational climates in translational research. His work combines mixed-methods approaches to analyze valuation practices across scientific fields.

Recent Publications:

Publications from 2018-2021 demonstrate consistent focus on research integrity, evaluation systems, and scientific governance, with emerging themes in biomedical translation and organizational sociology.

Research Projects (Selected):

• Diversity and adaptability of peer review (2020-2023)
• Ashamed Science – Reintegration vs. Stigmatization of Misconduct (2014-2017)
• Assessment practices in science and higher education (2016-2019)