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Scientific Judgements Involved in Scientific Studies:

Parameters of Study what is to be included? what time frame? what geographical area?	these judgements are influenced by a scientist's: previous knowledge   goals   knowledge   beliefs   assumptions   interests   disciplinary frameworks	these aspects of a scientist are in turn influenced by:   employer       education       funding source       culture
Methodology how are observations made? how are measurements done? how are samples taken? what equipment is used?
Results how is raw data analysed? what data is discarded? what theories are utilised?
Conclusions what do the results imply? are there significant trends?