I'm sorry - but I do tend to agree with the John, Rogers and Chris's of our world..

I have always seen scientific discussions where all the data is declared as to source and justified in it's use - all formulas are also clearly stated, all methods expressed out in the open - and given freely and then ask for input or questions and challenges - that is the way of things in the world of science.

I think one day we'll be able to predict earthquakes - given a powerful enough computer (like the jeopardy one?) that can manage a ton of data (faults, soil types, plate motions, stress)- and with new techniques like the forthcoming satellite launch to track electromagnetism and the like..

Someday.. but not today

Canie