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Why Scientists Should Take Parapsychology Research Seriously

Society for Scientific Exploration via YouTube

Overview

Watch a thought-provoking lecture exploring why scientists should seriously consider psi phenomena, delivered by Jessica Utts at the Society for Scientific Exploration. Examine the evidence for telepathy, clairvoyance, and precognition through the lens of rigorous scientific methodology. Learn about the classified "Star Gate" program, its comprehensive review, and how psi research challenges conventional medical study designs. Delve into important experimental considerations including random assignment, blind conditions, and predetermined stopping rules. Discover how parapsychological findings could impact the design and implementation of clinical trials and other scientific experiments. Gain insights into testing belief systems and evaluating unconventional research at the frontiers of science through this 27-minute presentation that bridges the gap between traditional scientific methods and paranormal investigation.

Syllabus

Intro
Outline
My Psi-Related Background
Some of My Psi-Related Activities
"Star Gate" Program and Review
Summer 1995 Review
My Conclusion in AIR Report
Star Gate Archives (May & Marwaha)
Addressing Scientists about Psi
Testing your belief system: What would you do?
Telepathy
Clairvoyance
Precognition
Data for these possible effects
How Psi results challenge medical studies
Simple Drug/Placebo Clinical Trial
Features of Good Clinical Trials
Random Assignment
Blind or double blind
Pre-determined stopping rule
How Parapsychology Might Challenge the Design Phase
How parapsychology might rule out double-blind conditions
How parapsychology might influence the healing phase
Consequences for medical and other scientific experiments

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Society for Scientific Exploration

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