Fact-checking Policy
Our comprehensive verification and fact-checking process ensures accuracy in science news reporting and analysis.
Verification First
Every claim, statistic, and piece of information in our articles goes through rigorous fact-checking before publication. We believe accuracy is the foundation of trust.
Our Fact-checking Process
Source Verification
All information is traced back to its original source. We verify the credibility and authenticity of every source before using their information.
Multiple Source Confirmation
Important claims are verified through at least two independent sources. We cross-reference information across multiple reliable outlets.
Peer-reviewed Verification
For science-specific claims, we verify information with peer-reviewed research and scientific databases.
Expert Consultation
Complex scientific claims are reviewed by experts, researchers, and professionals in relevant fields before publication.
Final Editorial Review
All fact-checked content undergoes final editorial review to ensure accuracy, context, and appropriate sourcing before publication.
Types of Information We Verify
Research Data and Statistics
- Study findings and statistical significance
- Sample sizes and methodologies
- Data accuracy and reproducibility
- Publication status and citations
Technical Information
- Scientific methodologies and protocols
- Experimental results and conclusions
- Technical specifications and measurements
- Research limitations and confidence intervals
Institutional Information
- University and institution announcements
- Regulatory agency statements
- Funding sources and grants
- Ethical approval and compliance
Research and Organization Claims
- Collaboration announcements
- Grant funding and amounts
- Researcher credentials and affiliations
- Publication releases and breakthroughs
Community-sourced Information
Reddit and Social Media
While we monitor community discussions on Reddit and other platforms for story ideas and sentiment analysis, community posts are not considered primary sources.
Our Approach:
- Community insights are clearly labeled as such
- Claims from social media require independent verification
- Community sentiment is distinguished from factual reporting
- User-generated content is always attributed and contextualized
Quality Standards
What We Verify
- All numerical claims and statistics
- Direct quotes and their attribution
- Technical specifications and features
- Timeline and chronological accuracy
- Legal and regulatory information
What We Label
- Speculation and analysis as opinion
- Unverified claims with appropriate disclaimers
- Developing stories with "breaking news" context
- Community sentiment as non-factual
- Potential conflicts of interest
Reader Feedback on Accuracy
We encourage readers to help us maintain accuracy. If you spot an error or have additional information that could improve our fact-checking, please contact us:
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All accuracy concerns are reviewed within 24 hours.