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CaptainBob
As per the subject. Where on the net can I post a personal hypothesis for feedback from people who are qualified to comment?
Where Can I Post Speculative Personal Theories?
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The discussion revolves around the inquiry of where individuals can post personal hypotheses online to receive feedback from qualified individuals. It touches on the challenges of seeking constructive criticism for speculative theories outside of formal academic settings.
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Main Points Raised
- One participant asks where on the internet they can post a personal hypothesis for feedback from qualified individuals.
- Another participant points out the existence of the Independent Research forum on Physics Forums, noting the criteria for acceptance there.
- A participant clarifies that their question pertains to the broader internet, not specifically to Physics Forums.
- It is suggested that qualified individuals typically do not provide feedback on amateur hypotheses online, preferring professional settings like conferences or peer review processes.
- One participant emphasizes the importance of formal education and mentorship in contributing to scientific discourse.
- Another participant humorously acknowledges the difficulty of finding qualified feedback online while affirming the honesty of the inquiry.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express differing views on the availability of feedback for personal theories online. While some suggest that qualified individuals are unlikely to engage with amateur hypotheses, others indicate that there may be qualified members within the Physics Forums community willing to comment.
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The discussion highlights the limitations of seeking feedback for personal theories outside of established academic channels and the potential barriers faced by individuals without formal qualifications.
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Please re-read the https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=414380". We specifically mentioned the Independent Research forum, and the criteria for acceptance for posting in that forum.
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I do not meet the requirements for your independent research forum. My question above is where "on the net", not where on PhysicsForums ;)
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Then this isn't a "Feedback" forum question, since you're asking about the 'net, not on PhysicsForums. I'm moving this to GD.
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Nowhere that I'm aware of.CaptainBob said:
The problem is that qualified people don't go online for the purpose of giving feedback to amateur personal hypotheses. They give feedback to other professionals, by going to professional science conferences, and taking part in the journal peer-review process.
The way to contribute your own theory is to get an education in a scientific discipline, and go to graduate school where a professional (your thesis advisor) can show you first-hand how research gets done.
There are so many people pushing theories and hypotheses on the web that nobody qualified wants to spend time explaining to 99% of these people why they are wrong. If you are in that special 1% group, then you are qualified to, and should, go through the formal science education process.
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Execellent reply Redbelly. Spot on.
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There are many here at PF qualified to comment whatever personal theory you have.CaptainBob said:
However, your personal theory isn't qualified to be commented.
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You're "poop" out of luck, but thanks for being honest.
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