RE: Time out

[John Jacobus <crispy_bird@YAHOO.COM>]

Milton,

I think if you review the mailings, you will see that Dr. Cohen has always been treated with respect.  Many disagree with his evaluation of the data, and have tried repetatively to point out problems that they think exists.  You should know that some individuals on this list are not health physicists, but epidemiologist whose job is to analyze data and evaluate results.  Dr. Cohen has been intransigent in his defense, which is his right.  I believe Dr. Cohen is willing to have the NCRP look into his data, which will hopefully provide some insight into the appropriateness of his data and analysis.  (Of course, there are some on this list who will never accept a result that contradicts their believes.)  Discourse is important in science to develop theroies and advance research, and should be fostered. 

 

I believe all of the radiation issues are routinely discussed on this list, so none are being ignored.

"Chilton, Milton W." <chilton@NV.DOE.GOV> wrote:

> Bernie, I believe your move is a wise one and I certainly believe you have
> every right to make such a request. You have certainly taken a valid
> scientific approach in inviting open discussion and critique. Unfortunately
> our current society seems to find it easier to throw dispersions and
> personal attacks against the scientist than it is to maintain a professional
> and objective dialogue. I personally am getting tired of the continuing flap
> and like others may finally choose to unsubscribe myself because of the
> endless attacks on individuals. 
>
> With all of the challenges we have currently in the rad arena you would
> think that members of the list could find more appropriate and beneficial
> uses for their time. . . .


-- John
John Jacobus, MS
Certified Health Physicist
e-mail:  crispy_bird@yahoo.com

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