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MUFON (Mutual UFO Network)

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🏛️ Organization🇺🇸 USSince 1969🔗 Visit Website▶️ YouTube
Methodology
6/10
Transparency
6/10
Institutional
3/10
Peer Review
3/10
Track Record
10/10
Fact vs. Spec.
6/10
Self-Correction
4/10

The CRED-7 framework evaluates sources across seven criteria: Methodology (20%), Transparency (20%), Institutional Affiliation (15%), Peer Review (15%), Track Record (10%), Fact/Speculation (10%), and Self-Correction (10%).

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Description

Overview
Founded in 1969 as the Midwest UFO Network in Quincy, Illinois. Today one of the oldest and largest civilian UFO research organizations worldwide with over 4,000 members, headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Research and Methodology
Global network of trained field investigators with standardized investigation protocols. Operates the Case Management System (CMS), one of the most comprehensive civilian UAP sighting databases. Monthly MUFON Journal (formerly Skylook) and 600+ videos in the MUFON TV library.

Strengths and Weaknesses
Invaluable historical dataset spanning 55+ years. The field investigator training program is an industry standard. However, the 2020 scandal involving former CEO Jan Harzan and recurring debates about scientific rigor lower the CRED rating. Quality of individual case reports varies widely — from excellent to unusable.

Current Activities
Annual MUFON Symposium (2025: Kentucky, July 17-20). MUFON Observer Network (new social platform). Cooperation with AARO on data sharing.

Focus Areas

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