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“The practice of good science requires that when we observe something that doesn’t fit a hypothesis, these observations need to be reckoned with somehow.” quote by Nina Teicholz
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““The practice of good science requires that when we observe something that doesn’t fit a hypothesis, these observations need to be reckoned with somehow.””

Nina Teicholz

About This Quote

Source Article: The New England Journal of Medicine, 2020

Advocates for integrating anomalous data into scientific hypotheses, stressing the need for flexibility in scientific methodology.

In simple terms: Science must consider data that challenge hypotheses.

Key Takeaway

Embrace unexpected findings.

Themes

science methodology open‑mindedness research integrity

Mood

analytical cautious

Type

academic reflective

When to use this quote

  • laboratory research
  • clinical trials
  • field studies

Key Concepts

hypothesis testing data analysis scientific rigor

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can scientists balance skepticism and openness?
  • What processes ensure anomalous data are evaluated fairly?
A Different Perspective

May conflict with established theories.

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