Fact-Check Policy

At elisepiazza.com, our mission is to promote thoughtful, accurate, and evidence-based insights into the naturalistic neuroscience of communication. As a resource for researchers, students, educators, and the general public, we take great care to ensure that all content shared on our site is factually reliable, ethically grounded, and reflective of current scientific understanding.

Our Commitment to Accuracy

We are committed to presenting only information that is backed by empirical evidence, peer-reviewed research, and consensus in the scientific community. Whether the content involves neuroscience, cognitive science, speech perception, music cognition, or learning mechanisms, we strive to maintain scientific integrity at every step of the publishing process.

Content is thoroughly reviewed for factual accuracy before being published. This includes checking all data references, citations, and interpretations of research findings to ensure they align with the original source material.

Sources We Use

To maintain factual precision, we rely on trusted sources including:

  • Peer-reviewed scientific journals
  • Publications from established neuroscience and psychology associations
  • Official university research releases
  • Government-funded research institutions (e.g., NIH, NSF)
  • Authoritative books by domain experts

We do not rely on opinion pieces, user-submitted claims, or non-reviewed blog posts for factual content, unless clearly labeled as such and placed within the proper context.

Content Review Process

Before any post or article goes live on elisepiazza.com, it undergoes a careful editorial and scientific review. This process may include:

  • Verifying all cited studies and checking original sources
  • Clarifying complex findings to avoid misinterpretation
  • Ensuring technical terminology is used appropriately
  • Simplifying language without altering scientific meaning

If a topic is still under active investigation or debate in the scientific community, we clearly indicate that in the article. Our goal is to provide balanced perspectives while avoiding misleading claims or premature conclusions.

Corrections and Updates

Scientific understanding evolves. If new research emerges that changes the interpretation of a topic previously covered on our site, we revise the content promptly to reflect the most current consensus.

We also welcome feedback from readers and colleagues. If you spot an error or think something needs clarification, please reach out to us. Once verified, necessary updates or corrections are made transparently, and a note is added to reflect the revision.

Transparency and Disclosure

When summarizing or referencing scientific studies, we aim to be transparent about:

  • Who conducted the study
  • Where it was published
  • What population or data was examined
  • What limitations the study reported

We never exaggerate results or simplify them in a way that would distort their meaning. Scientific nuance and clarity are essential values of this site.

If any personal or professional affiliations might influence the interpretation of material shared on elisepiazza.com, they are disclosed clearly in the article or page itself.

Differentiating Between Evidence and Commentary

In addition to research summaries, this site may include commentary, interpretations, or reflections. We make a clear distinction between these and verified facts. Whenever possible, we use headings or contextual phrases such as “What this might mean” or “Current thinking suggests” to avoid confusion between objective data and informed opinion.

This distinction helps ensure that readers can easily separate what is known, what is plausible, and what is still uncertain in the field of neuroscience and communication.

Contact and Feedback

We believe that transparency and collaboration strengthen science communication. If you have any questions about a claim or reference made on this site, or if you believe something requires correction, we invite you to contact us.

We value the opportunity to learn, clarify, and engage with the broader community.

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