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University Dean Faces Scrutiny Over Maple Syrup Claims

4/16/2025

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An investigative report by the New York Times delves into Dr. Navindra Seeram, the dean of the University of New England's School of Pharmacy. Critics raise alarms over his alleged mixing of research with industry promotion, particularly regarding his inflated claims about maple syrup's health benefits, sparking worries about conflicts of interest and the integrity of his studies.

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An investigative report by the New York Times delves into Dr. Navindra Seeram, the dean of the University of New England's School of Pharmacy. Critics raise alarms over his alleged mixing of research with industry promotion, particularly regarding his inflated claims about maple syrup's health benefits, sparking worries about conflicts of interest and the integrity of his studies.