Science and the study of UAP
Just wanted to kick off a discussion of Robert Powell's book which covers some of the history of attempts to engage UAP scientifically, and, perhaps more importantly, the emerging science of UAP which many of us are trying to help stabilize in a solidly academic/university setting. One interesting topic that comes up - at least in my view - is, how can we understand the relationship between "ufology" and this emerging new science of UAP? Are they the same, or different? If the are the same, why? If they are not, what marks the difference between them? How might the comparisons and contrasts between "ufology" and the new science(s) of UAP help us to better understand (and maybe even deepen our understanding) of either one alone?
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This is an important consideration! What has been considered "ufology" for quite sometime has often been rather fringe and arguably unscientific (especially given the range of personal views held in regard to the concept of UFOs). I think developing the field into UAP studies signifies not only a real interest in rigorous and scientific study of this range of phenomena but also highlights how many of us from scientific backgrounds have wanted to be involved in this realm (up until recently it has honestly been something that can cast a "black mark" on a scientist's career to be associated with "ufology", even if approaching the field in a rational manner).