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How scapegoating happens – and what we can do to stop it

The tragic death of Jason Arday has provoked strong feelings across academia and beyond. The former University of Cambridge professor was found dead nine days after resigning from his post amid allegations of plagiarism and doubts over his life story. At the time of his resignation, he issued a statement…

The Conversation · Sep 25

Jason Arday press coverage: analysis of the volume and type of articles

The death of Jason Arday, following weeks of news coverage of his life and career, has prompted calls for a new inquiry into press standards. The University of Cambridge academic faced an overwhelming volume of comment from international news organisations, broadcasters, digital-native publications and the public on social media. His…

The Conversation · Aug 21

Jason Arday’s tragic death reveals the intense skepticism Black scholars face

Jason Arday’s death at 41 came only days after his resignation from the University of Cambridge. He had been facing intense scrutiny of his academic record and allegations of plagiarism.

The Conversation · Aug 18

Burnham says death of ex-Cambridge professor Jason Arday is a ‘tragedy’

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The Independent UK · Aug 15

Prime Minister issues statement after death of Cambridge academic Jason Arday

THE death of former Cambridge professor Jason Arday is a “tragedy” and should be a “moment for reflection”, Prime Minister Andy Burnham said

The National (Scotland) · Aug 15

Family of academic Jason Arday slam 'campaign of sustained abuse' prior to his death

The Family of former University of Cambridge professor Jason Arday have released a scathing statement hitting out at the "campaign of sustained…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 15

'Tragedy on so many levels': Andy Burnham reacts to ex-Cambridge professor Jason Arday's death

‘He wasn’t coping with the loss of his career, the loss of his reputation’ - Autism Research Centre director Sir Simon Baron-Cohen

Evening Standard · Aug 15

Jason Arday told friend he ‘couldn’t go on’ in voice note sent hours before death

The former University of Cambridge professor was pronounced dead on Friday

The Independent UK · Aug 15

Cambridge's Youngest Black Professor Found Dead: 'Unexpected, but Not Believed to Be Suspicious'

Jason Arday, a former Cambridge professor, has died at 41 amid allegations of academic misconduct. His family cites years of public abuse, while tributes highlight his positive impact.

International Business Times UK · Aug 14

Jason Arday’s family: ‘Campaign of misinformation was too much for him’

Prof Arday, who resigned following a plagiarism row, was pronounced dead after emergency services were called to Daley Thompson Way in Battersea.

Evening Standard · Aug 14