How Do You Nudge An Observation From Realm Of Anecdotia

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The discussion centers on the challenge of validating personal observations in biology that are often dismissed as mere anecdotes. The importance of repeatability in scientific research is emphasized, suggesting that findings should be reproducible by others to gain credibility. The conversation highlights the necessity of documenting experiments and sharing materials for further study, as demonstrated by the participant who successfully had five others replicate their findings. This approach aims to transition anecdotal evidence into recognized scientific contributions.
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I've seen and experienced things I've never read an explanation for, mainly in the biological department, and on quite a few science forums over the years I've been told my observations were nothing more than anecdotes, even if correct.

How do you change that?
 
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Perhaps the key thing is repeatability.
You need to be able to describe how someone else could reproduce your results.
 
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Would you mind if I relate my most recent issue?

I got five other people to reproduce it, if that means anything.
 
Document it and write it up.
Provide materials to others for study.
 

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