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Science Literacy

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The importance of homework before conducting research
science6 months ago

The importance of homework before conducting research

The article emphasizes the importance of doing thorough homework and understanding scientific principles before trusting or conducting research on critical issues like public health, safety, and environmental concerns. It warns against the dangers of rejecting expert consensus and misinformation, highlighting how societal progress relies on respecting scientific methods and foundational knowledge to make informed decisions for the collective good.

"Unleashing Occam's Razor: Reviving Science Literacy"
science2 years ago

"Unleashing Occam's Razor: Reviving Science Literacy"

Occam's razor, a guiding principle in science, emphasizes the importance of making the fewest unnecessary assumptions rather than seeking simplicity. Many modern scientific ideas and news focus on unnecessary and ill-motivated new concepts, while established knowledge adequately explains the majority of phenomena in the universe. From UFO sightings to theories of everything, the evidence does not require aliens, new physics, or the overthrow of current theories. Occam's razor reminds us to critically evaluate and prioritize explanatory power based on the fewest assumptions.