environment
January 13, 2026
Pristalice rudnika u Jadru nisu u pravu
Rad pod naslovom „The influence of exploration activities of a potential lithium mine to the environment in Western Serbia“, autora Đorđević D, Tadić J.M, Grgur B, Ristić R, Sakan S, Brezjanović J, Stevanović V. i Šolaja B. štampan je u časopisu Scientific Reportsu u julu mesecu 2024. godine povučen je iz štampe 6. januara 2026. godine.

TL;DR
- A scientific paper concerning potential lithium mining in Serbia was retracted from *Scientific Reports*.
- The paper was published in July 2024 and retracted on January 6, 2026.
- Retractions are rare but can happen due to significant errors discovered after publication.
- The journal *Scientific Reports* has a high impact factor (4.30) and a strict peer-review process.
- Possible reasons for retraction include major material errors or political interference related to the lithium mine project.
- The author of the text argues that the primary responsibility lies with the journal's editorial board for not properly evaluating the paper.
- The article expresses strong opposition to the proposed lithium mine due to environmental concerns, pollution risks, and questionable economic benefits for Serbia.
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