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Awesome subforum. :!)
Is it new?
Is it new?
Can Science Debunk Product Claims?
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In summary: The forum is great, and I'm glad to have it. :smile:I don't know why I keep thinking mbrmbrg is Mr Big.
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yes we added it just a few days ago
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Yep, at most a week old (I can't remember which day exactly it was begun). There are so many of those ads out for dubious products, and they were popular threads in S&D, so we decided it would be a good public service (mostly thank Ivan for the initiative that got it started).
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Okay then, thank you Ivan and co.!
I don't think I was ever in S&D proper before; it didn't occur to me that this sort of stuff (vs straight crackpottery) happened over there.
I don't think I was ever in S&D proper before; it didn't occur to me that this sort of stuff (vs straight crackpottery) happened over there.
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Thanks for the big thumbs up mbrmbrg.
We invite PF members to join in and help to explain the science, or lack thereof, of product claims. Or, if you have a question about the efficacy of an advertised product, then post a link, cite the claim, and see what comes. There is a good chance that one of our members will be able to provide some insight.
Product Claims Forum
https://www.physicsforums.com/forumdisplay.php?f=182
We invite PF members to join in and help to explain the science, or lack thereof, of product claims. Or, if you have a question about the efficacy of an advertised product, then post a link, cite the claim, and see what comes. There is a good chance that one of our members will be able to provide some insight.
Product Claims Forum
https://www.physicsforums.com/forumdisplay.php?f=182
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I should mention that we do not allow crackpottery in S&D. Specific claims may be cited, and many times we have people posting to ask questions about something unusual, but crackpot theories are never allowed. Our goal is to sort out the nonsense and to identify and survey the most credible information related to potential and genuine mysteries that may interest current and future scientists.
https://www.physicsforums.com/forumdisplay.php?f=5
Here are a few my favorite topics that are discussed or linked in S&D.
https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=231769
https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=228363
https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=86471
https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=211268
https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=223600
https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=213143
http://www.opc.ncep.noaa.gov/perfectstorm/mpc_ps_rogue.shtml
http://thunder.nsstc.nasa.gov/bookshelf/pubs/sprites.html
http://wrgis.wr.usgs.gov/docs/usgsnps/deva/racetrack.pdf
http://www.gi.alaska.edu/ScienceForum/ASF0/083.html
http://www.nsa.gov/ufo/ufo00020.pdf
https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=58374
https://www.physicsforums.com/forumdisplay.php?f=5
Here are a few my favorite topics that are discussed or linked in S&D.
https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=231769
https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=228363
https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=86471
https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=211268
https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=223600
https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=213143
http://www.opc.ncep.noaa.gov/perfectstorm/mpc_ps_rogue.shtml
http://thunder.nsstc.nasa.gov/bookshelf/pubs/sprites.html
http://wrgis.wr.usgs.gov/docs/usgsnps/deva/racetrack.pdf
http://www.gi.alaska.edu/ScienceForum/ASF0/083.html
http://www.nsa.gov/ufo/ufo00020.pdf
https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=58374
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Ohhhhhhhhh...
Wonderful.
Ivan, I'm sorry for dissing your forum, but did you have to give me another forum to lose my life in?
Wonderful.
Ivan, I'm sorry for dissing your forum, but did you have to give me another forum to lose my life in?
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mbrmbrg said:
Heh, no problem. It can get a little wild at times, but the posting guidelines have evolved over the years and they are now very strict. Blatent nonsense is usually deleted or locked within minutes to hours.
but did you have to give me another forum to lose my life in?
We do our best!
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I don't know why I keep thinking mbrmbrg is Mr Big.
FAQ: Can Science Debunk Product Claims?
What does it mean to "debunk" a product claim?
Debunking a product claim means to prove that the claim is false or misleading. It involves carefully examining the evidence and reasoning behind the claim and finding flaws or inconsistencies that undermine its validity.
Why is debunking product claims important?
Debunking product claims is important because it helps consumers make informed decisions about the products they purchase. It also holds companies accountable for their claims and prevents them from taking advantage of consumers with false or misleading information.
How do scientists go about debunking product claims?
Scientists use a rigorous and systematic approach to debunking product claims. They carefully analyze the evidence and data used to support the claim, conduct experiments or studies to validate or refute the claim, and seek out third-party sources for validation.
What are some common red flags for false product claims?
Some common red flags for false product claims include exaggerated or unrealistic promises, lack of supporting evidence or data, use of vague or misleading language, and claims that seem too good to be true.
Can debunking product claims ever be subjective?
While the process of debunking product claims is based on objective scientific methods, there can be a degree of subjectivity involved. It is important for scientists to remain unbiased and consider all evidence and perspectives in order to come to an informed conclusion.