noun the act or process of causing temporary or permanent loss of vision
adjective describing something that causes temporary or permanent loss of vision
Blinding is used in research studies to prevent participants or researchers from being influenced by knowing which treatment group they are in.
In clinical trials, blinding refers to the practice of keeping certain information hidden from participants or researchers to prevent bias in the results.
In testing and assessment, blinding can refer to keeping the identity of the test taker hidden from the person grading the test to prevent bias.
Blinding can refer to a technique used in taste tests where participants are unaware of which brand or type of food they are tasting to prevent bias in the results.
In the context of writing, 'blinding' refers to the practice of removing identifying information from a manuscript before it is reviewed by editors or peer reviewers to ensure impartiality and prevent bias.
Psychologists may use 'blinding' in research studies to prevent bias by ensuring that researchers, participants, or data analysts are unaware of certain information such as treatment group assignments.
In medical research, 'blinding' is often used in clinical trials to prevent bias by keeping participants, researchers, or outcome assessors unaware of which treatment group a participant belongs to.
Statisticians may use 'blinding' when analyzing data to prevent bias by ensuring that they are unaware of certain information that could influence their analysis.