By David F. Salisbury, 22 June 1998
(Stanford News Service, Stanford
University , Stanford , California
Quote from the news release:
“In the first independent review of
UFO phenomena since 1970, a
panel of scientists has concluded that some sightings are accompanied by
physical evidence that deserves scientific study. But the panel was not
convinced that any of this evidence points to a violation of known natural laws
or the involvement of an extraterrestrial intelligence.
The reviewers also made the following observations:
• The UFO problem is not a simple one, and it is
unlikely that there is any simple, universal answer.
• Whenever there are unexplained observations, there
is the possibility that scientists will learn something new by studying them.
• Studies should concentrate on cases that include as
much independent physical evidence as possible.
• Continuing contact between the UFO community and
physical scientists could be productive.
• Institutional support for research in this area is
desirable.”
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