”If we view statistics as a discipline in the service of science, and science as being an attempt to understand (i.e., model) the world around us, then the ability to reveal sensitivity of conclusions from fixed data to various model specifications, all of which are scientifically acceptable, is equivalent to the ability to reveal boundaries of scientific uncertainty. When sharp conclusions are...

This study investigated the balance and emphasis of scientific literacy themes in Zambian high school physics course in an attempt to find out its potential of contributing to preparation of scientifically literate citizens. Results show that the national syllabus and examinations emphasized the investigative nature of science while textbooks placed most emphasis on basic knowledge of science. ...

Classical dispersion relations are derived from a time-asymmetric constraint. I argue that the standard causal interpretation of this constraint plays a scientifically legitimate role in dispersion theory, and hence provides a counterexample to the causal skepticism advanced by John Norton and others. Norton ([???]) argues that the causal interpretation of the time-asymmetric constraint is an e...

The traditional use of Curcuma caesia leaves by farmers to stimulate rice seed germination is scientifically concirmed in this article.