Statistical_alchemy
Statistical alchemy was a term originated by John Maynard Keynes to describe econometrics in 1939.
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The phrase has subsequently been used by Alvan Feinstein to describe meta-analysis. It is generally regarded as a deprecatory term which undermines attempts to present such activities as meeting the rigorous standards of science.