Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the credibility of the Journal of Atmospheric and Solar-Terrestrial Physics, particularly in light of its citation by individuals who challenge established scientific theories, such as relativity. Participants express concerns about the journal's editorial board and the legitimacy of specific papers published within it.
Discussion Character
- Debate/contested
- Exploratory
- Technical explanation
Main Points Raised
- Some participants express skepticism about the journal's credibility, particularly due to its citation by individuals who refute relativity.
- Concerns are raised regarding the lack of transparency about the editorial board's credentials.
- One participant argues that legitimate sources can be misused by individuals who misunderstand or misinterpret them, citing examples from other scientific discussions.
- Another participant questions the legitimacy of a specific paper that allegedly splits photons into positive and negative charges, suggesting it may not be a credible source.
- Some participants defend Elsevier as a reputable academic publisher, arguing that it would not maintain its business if its journals were unreliable.
- There is a challenge to identify specific papers cited in the discussion, with some participants noting that the cited paper does not appear to have been published in the journal in question.
- One participant emphasizes that the journal itself may be credible, but misinterpretations by readers do not reflect on the journal's quality.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally disagree on the credibility of the journal and the specific papers discussed. While some defend the journal and its publisher, others express doubts about its legitimacy and the interpretations of its content.
Contextual Notes
There are unresolved questions regarding the specific papers cited and their publication status in the journal. The discussion highlights the complexity of assessing credibility based on individual interpretations and the context in which sources are used.