Dr. Alan Scott

Alan Scott Sharpens Science and Slices Into the Umpteen Fakes and Follies of Society in His Book Addicted to Placebos: Understanding Science and Society. MENOMONIE, WI—AUGUST 14, 2006— Alan Scott has written a book about science and society that designates science as a mode to elevate our existence and enrich our minds. It is a must read for anyone wanting to learn how science and society amalgamate together. Addicted to Placebos tackles many of the vexing issues facing society that are science related. It clearly defines science and arms readers with a power to discern bogus and obtuse claims. The book examines such claims in politics, health dangers, religion, consumer marketing, biotechnology, energy policy and the environment. Does baking soda in the refrigerator really keep food tasting fresher longer? Is the persona of politicians assisted by medication or has digital fakery been utilized in political campaigns? Is our government concealing UFOs that are claimed to have visited earth? Is organic better than traditional farming practices and to what degree do fears drive our choices at the market place? Addicted to Placebos looks at these questions and many more. It is a science book for our times. With this book, business leaders can better manage science issues at meetings or deal with competitors fraudulent claims. Teachers will find the book extremely valuable for developing student critical and scientific thinking. It is all about using science principles to problem solve and establish healthy perspectives on unusual claims. Teachers of all levels can reinvigorate their science curriculum and cope well with contentious issues such as evolution. The general reader will find the book hard to put down. It is packed with exciting scientific topics. It delves into historical perspectives, abuses and misuses of science, time travel, quantum entanglement, globalization, just war theory and our energy future.