Population Gaps
What is the problem in research when only a narrow segment of a population is included in the study sample?
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A population gap or sampling bias?
What is the term for missing or incomplete data in a research study?
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A data gap?
What do we call a gap in research when a concept is not clearly defined or understood?
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A conceptual gap?
What is a methodological gap in research when only one type of research method is used for a complex issue?
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Methodological narrowness or methodological gap?
What is the term for a research gap caused by an overemphasis on studies from certain regions, neglecting others?
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A geographic gap?
In the Dr. Pepper article we read last class, which groups were underrepresented, leading to less generalizable findings?
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Millennials and other generations besides Generation Alpha and Gen Z?
In the context of the Challenger disaster, what was a major flaw in the sampling process that contributed to the tragic event?
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The sample of engineers consulted was too small and unrepresentative of the larger group, leading to a lack of diverse perspectives on the risks?
In environmental studies, what is an example of a conceptual gap related to the term ‘sustainability’?
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‘Sustainability’ is often defined differently across disciplines, leading to inconsistent measurements and conclusions?
What is a major flaw in how misinformation is countered in the medical field? (Tech Misinformation Reading)
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Many responses focus on debunking false claims rather than proactively educating the public on scientific literacy?
How does a geographic gap in healthcare research impact the understanding of diseases in different countries?
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That findings may not be applicable across different regions with varying healthcare systems, resources, and demographics?
How can focusing only on college students create a population gap in research on mental health?
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It ignores the mental health needs of non-college populations, such as working adults or those from lower socioeconomic backgrounds?
How did the limited sampling of engineers at Morton Thiokol impact the decision-making process leading to the Challenger launch?
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Only a small number of engineers voiced concerns, while the broader group of engineers had more reservations, leading to a skewed perception of risk?
What is a conceptual gap in psychology that complicates research on human emotions?
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The lack of agreement on how to define and measure emotions like ‘stress’ or ‘happiness’ across different cultures?
Why is peer review alone insufficient in preventing medical misinformation?
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Bad actors can still publish flawed studies, and biases within peer review can reinforce misinformation?
In environmental research, how can focusing primarily on the Arctic region create a geographic gap in climate studies?
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That it ignores the effects of climate change on tropical or temperate regions, where the impacts may be very different?
What is a significant consequence of excluding elderly participants from clinical trials on new medications?
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The results may not be applicable to older adults, who may respond differently to treatments due to age-related factors?
What method can researchers use to address missing data in a dataset?
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Multiple imputation or data interpolation?
In public health research, how might a conceptual gap in defining ‘health equity’ impact study outcomes?
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Varying definitions of ‘health equity’ may lead to different conclusions about the effectiveness of public health interventions?
Why is it a methodological gap to use outdated measurement tools in current research?
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Outdated tools may not accurately capture the relevant data, leading to skewed or unreliable results?
Why does Loeb argue that the study of extraterrestrial artifacts should not be limited to space?
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Potential evidence could exist on Earth, such as objects that fell into the ocean?
In social science research, why is it problematic if a study focuses exclusively on urban populations?
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That it neglects the experiences of rural populations who face social, economic, and cultural challenges?
What is the implication of ignoring statistical sampling techniques, like random sampling, when making high-stakes decisions such as in the Challenger case?
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It can lead to a lack of generalizability and misrepresentation of the true risks or opinions of the larger group?
How does a conceptual gap in the understanding of ‘climate resilience’ affect global climate policy?
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Without a clear definition of ‘climate resilience,’ it’s difficult to develop effective strategies or compare results across regions?
Why is AI-based misinformation detection not fully effective in medical misinformation?
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AI struggles with context and nuance, often failing to differentiate between legitimate scientific debate and misinformation?
Why does Loeb (My Search for Proof Aliens Exist) argue that more global scientific collaboration is needed in extraterrestrial research?
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Research efforts are concentrated in a few countries, leaving other regions underexplored?