Re:Space science isn't something you can do in a j (Score 1)

Two words. Peer review. More words, is done be people and organizations which are subject to political pressures. Hey, don't get me wrong, peer review is great and is the true bedrock of scientific research and HELPS to ensure sound science gets through. I've read enough scientific publications on prions, abortion-breast cancer issue, tobacco and second hand smoke, nature vs. nurture, to know the review process is far from being objective. Only with that constantly in mind can peer review mean anything at all.