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Once again, Reno Skeptics provided award sponsorship to the Western Nevada Regional Science & Engineering Fair that was held on March 29 - 31, 2012 at the University of Nevada, Reno.
Over 1,100 Projects and Inventions were exhibited by students representing more than 100 schools in 12 Nevada Counties. Over 20,000 students participated in local science fairs to earn this opportunity. The Western Nevada Regional Science and Engineering Fair is the largest in the State.
Congratulations to all of the participants!
Skepticism, in the modern sense, has been described or defined
in many ways – all attempting to capture the essence of what is now known as the
“Skeptical Movement”.
We offer one definition that is simple, but very appropriate:
“A perspective that does not accept or reject at face value, but withholds judgment until sufficient evidence is available to make a decision” (Dr. Eugenie Scott).
Modern skepticism is embodied in the scientific method, which involves gathering data to formulate and test naturalistic explanations for natural phenomena. A claim becomes factual when it is confirmed to such an extent it would be reasonable to offer temporary agreement. But all facts in science are provisional and subject to challenge and change, and therefore skepticism is a method leading to provisional conclusions.
Skepticism is a method, not a belief.
