Assessing science on the internet

Does your organisation use peer-reviewed scientific information? Do you want to explain the peer review process to your site visitors? Download the “I don’t know what to believe” e-button, which helps people query the status of science reported on the internet.

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    Last updated: June 09 2006

“I Don't Know What to Believe”

Sort the good science from the bad with our short guide to peer review.

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Why it matters

“Without peer review, it is not possible for the public to know what is mere opinion and what is underpinned by good research.” Professor Raymond Tallis

See others’ comments on why peer review matters here

Peer Review and the Acceptance of New Scientific Ideas

Read the discussion paper from our Working Party on peer review here