Scepticism, science and statistics

Ian L. Boyd*

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Abstract

There is much public scepticism about the way science and statistics are used within government, says Ian L. Boyd, a former scientific adviser. But rather than close ranks against scepticism, the science professions within government should embrace it, he argues, and use it to test their own assumptions and motivations.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)42-45
Number of pages4
JournalSignificance
Volume18
Issue number6
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Dec 2021

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