Ben, a well-known scientist, published many research papers on genetics and its influence on human behavior. He copied some of the research findings of his junior, Jill, for a research paper on gene therapy. This was done without Jill's consent. Ben was later sued for this inappropriate act. Identify the scientific misconduct committed by Ben.

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Ben committed plagiarism by copying Jill's research findings without her consent and presenting them as his own in his paper. Plagiarism involves using someone else's work or ideas without proper acknowledgment.

Ben, a Well-Known Scientist, Published Many Research Papers on Genetics