Thanks T,
I really needed that to brighten up a quiet Sunday!
Cheers
David
---- Dr David G More MB, PhD, FACHI Phone +61-2-9438-2851 Fax +61-2-9906-7038 Skype Username : davidgmore E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Health IT Blog - www.aushealthit.blogspot.com On Sun, 3 Sep 2006 14:07:31 +1000, Thinus van Rensburg wrote:
>
>
> "it has long been known..." =
> - I didn't look up the original reference
>
> "a definite trend is evident..." =
> - these data are practically meaningless
>
> "while it has not been possible to provide definite answers to the questions..." =
> - an unsuccessful experiment but i still hope to get it published.
>
>
> "three of the samples were chosen for detailed study..." = - the other results didn't make any sense or fit what i believed.
>
> "typical results are shown....". =
> - this is the prettiest graph
>
> "these results will be in a subsequent report..." =
> - I might get around to it sometimes, if pushed ( funded.)
>
> "in my experience..." =
> - once
>
> "in case after case..." =
> - twice
>
> "in a series of cases." =
> - thrice
>
> "it is believed that." =
> - I think
> "it is generally believed" =
> - a couple of others i spoke to think so too
>
> "correct within an order of magnitude" =
> - wrong
>
> "according to statistical analysis.." =
> - rumor has it
>
> "a statistically-oriented projection of the signfiicance of these findings.." = - a wild guess
>
> "a careful analysis of obtainable data..." =
> - three pages of notes were obliterated when I knocked over a glass of beer.
>
> "It is clear that much additional work will be required before a complete understanding of this phenomenon occurs..." = - I don't understand it.
>
> "after additional study by my colleagues.." =
> - they don't understand it either.
>
> "thanks are due to Joe Blotz for assistance with the experiment and to Cindy Adams for valuable discussions.." =
> - Mr. Blotz did the work and Ms. Adams explained to me what it meant.
>
> "a highly significant area for exploratory study..." = - a totally useless topic selected by my committee
>
> "it is hoped that this study will stimulate further investigation in this field.." = - I quit _______________________________________________ Gpcg_talk
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