Two Comments by Hupe and by Langbein and Puppe address our choice of statistical analysis in assigning preference between sets of stimuli to individual ducklings in our paper. We believe that our analysis remains the most appropriate approach for our data and experimental design.

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In her News Feature “Out of bounds” (27 January p. [339][1]), A. McCook strove to present an objective narrative of the situation in which a student at Harvard University was forced to undergo a psychiatric evaluation and then filed a court order against scientist Dr. Lee Rubin. However, McCook failed to take into consideration Rubin's longstanding reputation as a scientist and a mentor. We are scientists who have worked with, been mentored by, or collaborated with Rubin. Some are current members of his laboratory, some have known him for many years, and a few have known him for more than 30 years. We could not let this story stand without adding our perspective.

Rubin's scientific reputation can be readily appreciated simply by skimming through the list of his stellar publications. However, a dry bibliography fails to illuminate the quality of the scientist behind the science. Rubin has always upheld the highest standards of scientific and personal integrity. His kindness and concern for the personal well-being and professional development of his graduate students, and indeed everyone in his laboratory, has always been clearly evident. Rubin has always had our backs, whether as a mentor, a colleague, a boss, or a friend. He upholds the highest standards of scientific rigor while providing compassionate mentorship. His commitment to leading by example means we place the highest value on our friendship and connections with him. We have sought out his scientific counsel and, in several cases, engaged in collaborations that span many years. We feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to know and to work with him. It is our collective experience that besides being an outstanding scientist, he is a warm and caring scientific mentor who does not deserve to have the reputation he has built over 40 years or more besmirched.

 [1]: /lookup/doi/10.1126/science.355.6323.339

http://science.sciencemag.org/content/sci/355/6327/806.1.full.pdf

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