Welcome to the official discussion space of galen.institute — an open library of health studies and reports, created and validated through experimentation and research.
This thread is your starting point to understand how our community works, how you can participate, and what roles exist within the Galen ecosystem.
Membership Roles
We recognize and support different levels of engagement and expertise:
Scholar
- Entry-level members who read, comment, and learn.
- Can participate in discussions and ask questions.
- Scholars are verified before advancing to contributor roles.
Researcher
- Verified members who contribute studies, reports, and experimental data.
- Can create new posts and initiate threads.
- Researchers are promoted from Scholars after verification of identity and intent.
Scientist
- Members with a background in experimental design or clinical research.
- Can validate studies, review methodologies, and suggest improvements.
- Scientists help maintain the integrity of published content.
Professor
- Senior members with academic or institutional credentials.
- Can formally review, validate, and rectify posts and studies.
- Professors ensure that Galen remains a trusted source of health knowledge.
Verification & Advancement
Everyone starts as a Scholar. After verification, you may be invited to become a Researcher, enabling you to publish and contribute directly.
Posts by Researchers are subject to review by Scientists and Professors, who ensure accuracy, ethical standards, and scientific rigor. Posts may be validated, commented on, or rectified if necessary.
How to Begin
- Introduce yourself below: share your background, interests, and goals.
- Engage with existing threads to build trust and visibility.
- Request verification when you’re ready to contribute.
We’re excited to have you here. Together, we’re building a transparent, collaborative, and evidence-based future for health research.