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HOW MUCH EVIDENCE IS ENOUGH? CONVENTIONS OF CAUSAL INFERENCE.

Authors :
KRIEBEL, DAVID
Source :
Law & Contemporary Problems. Winter2009, Vol. 72 Issue 1, p121-136. 16p.
Publication Year :
2009

Abstract

The article discusses the conventions in the conduct of science and scientific information communicate through nonscientists in the U.S. In states that the method presents some issues on the methods in conveying the information of scientific data due to the lack of causal interference. It also cites the different types of conventions of causal interference applications as well as some examples on how causal interference can help contribute to the development and understanding of environmental health problems. It notes that causal interference is an essential way in which scientific research and policymaking can be associated by maintaining objectivity and legitimacy to communication an essential message.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00239186
Volume :
72
Issue :
1
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Law & Contemporary Problems
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
39234271