Cambridge professor Jason Arday resigns amid plagiarism and credibility scandal

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University of Cambridge professor Jason Arday resigned amid a plagiarism and credibility scandal, prompting an investigation into his academic qualifications and appointments. Allegations include plagiarized passages in his PhD thesis and unverified claims about his background. Cambridge stated it is investigating, while Arday denies wrongdoing, saying the accusations have taken a profound toll. The scandal has intensified culture-war debates over diversity initiatives. Arday's memoir, co-authored with Eve Claxton, remains scheduled for UK publication on August 27.


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