Can someone actually check this, I am skeptical.

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    Can someone actually check this, I am skeptical.

    Do you think the average Lemmy user has a high-tech lab in their backyard? Nature is one of the most prestigious science magazines, the average Lemmy user will have little to no qualification. And if they do, the only way for you to judge whether the information they give you is correct would require the same skillset as figuring out whether the article is legit. I don’t understand how you think this will lead to anything other than a downgrade of information.

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        3 years ago

        Yes, of course. Discussing this in the community can still provide insight and context. This is basically just a somewhat polemic reminder that critical evaluation of sources is still required both of the people asking and giving input.

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      True. I studied Biotech and still can’t explain it easily. My assessment might also be wrong. I wish someone would reply with a counterstatement.