Science journalism: Peer Review and Credibility
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In this discussion, we look at how science journalism - and even journalism relating to other technical or specialised fields - requires a higher level of research rigour in order to maintain a certain quality and standard of content for readers. This is where peer review content is not only essential, but also requires its own vetting process when it comes to the journals being referenced. Furthermore, in addition to using peer review content and having a variety of references from journals with good academic standing, it's also important to cross-reference material across a range of sources.
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A brief discussion regarding science journalism and the importance of not just referencing appropriate peer review content from journals, but scouting out the standing and impact credibility of journals. These can be important in vetting and cross-referencing certain studies and findings in terms of determining if they are genuinely breakthrough or compounded by design flaws.
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In the field of writing, editing and especially science journalism - as always - quality and accuracy of evidence go a long way in presenting a solid argument while also maintaining readership confidence. When it comes to the research content and data, many journals now exist with a lot of subjects being covered, some even potentially contentious with entries and studies that could be considered contrarian or suspect.
With scientific advancement, there will always be paradigm challenging moments, so a radical sounding claim or hypothesis presented through scientific analysis isn't necessary there to be dismissed. As a matter of fact, one of the perks and appeals of doing science journalism and cultivating an audience and worthwhile reputation sits in the idea of covering groundbreaking developments. However, one needs to be very cautious so as to not fall for questionable entries or contentious write-ups/studies that might be contrary for their own sake, but lack in actual scientific rigour. A thesis or study simply being ...
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