Errors of omission

Climate-change models must become even more complex

Bumblebees cannot fly—or so physical models are said to have shown. That the insects routinely become airborne demonstrates the shortcomings of some theoretical accounts of the world. But one of the strengths of the scientific method is that, when presented with evidence that discredits their theories, scientists are forced to concede that their models are wrong and endeavour to learn from the failure. In science, observation always trumps theory, no ... Full Story »

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by Fabrice Florin - Oct. 5, 2009

Thoughtful observations about the need for more complex climate-change models to more accurately project its impact on the environment.

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