What if Science Isn’t About Truth After All?

When I started out, I believed research was about uncovering some objective reality. Something we’re all moving toward, together.

But over the years, I’ve let go of that belief. Not out of cynicism, but because I’ve seen how science actually works.

We don’t just ask what is “true or valid.”

Truth and validity is just the beginning.

Seeking truth is challenging. We really often don’t know what “truth is.”

We have to remember the system managed by imperfectly rational humans.

But, let’s not just blame the people involved. They are doing their best…

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