In recent years, Holden Thorpe, editor of the academic journal ‘Science’, has made some unusual claims. One of these claims is that anyone involved in or around the field of science, such as a journalist, politician or activist, is considered a scientist. Dr. Henry Miller of ACSH disagrees with this statement.
In episode 78 of the Science Dispatch podcast, Cameron English and Dr. Chuck Dinerstein discussed Holden Thorpe’s definition of a scientist. They believe that the editor-in-chief of a respected scientific journal should have a clear understanding of what a scientist is and argued that Thorpe’s definition is incorrect.
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It is crucial to be clear about what defines a scientist, especially when it comes from a highly respected figure such as the editor of a prominent scientific journal. By challenging misconceptions and promoting accurate definitions, individuals can ensure that the integrity of scientific discourse is preserved.