自然科学研究的一般方法（the scientific method）：
1.Observations (and questioning): Realize there is an idea deserves study.
2.Hypothesis: Develop a theory to explain what you observe.
3.Predictions: Make predictions that can be tested.
4.Test: Design an experiment to collect information to prove or disprove predictions
(Modify: Refine the theory based on what you have learned.)
5.Repeat (or explanation): Test refined theory by making new predictions and testing again.
The novel methodology is very important for experimental sciences. In the age of today’s Megascience, two factors for science below are very important: one is technological advance; and the other is a guiding vision.
以上归纳不一定准确，供讨论交流，更主要想从中得出有关人文社会科学研究的一般方法的一些启发。