More broadly, our results are biased in view of the fact that we test only one channel for job search.
Michael Tortorello did a fine job covering the subject fairly and without bias, especially in view of the hysterics by the neo-Luddites.
Second, the small study sample may be a source of bias, particularly in view of the long-study duration which also inevitably resulted in some dropouts.
To avoid the scoring bias and in view of a recent paper in which CD133 positivity was quantitatively graded [ 35], we used four-tiered scoring method comprising 0 (totally negative cases), 1+, 2+, and 3+ cases (CD133+ cells covering 1-10%, 11-50%, and 51-100%, of the tumor area, respectively).
A complex data compilation process, not always exempt from possible bias, was required in view of the need to resort to different sources of information using ad hoc procedures, and so as to avoid upsetting the normal conditions of professional nursing practice, without exerting any influence on nursing staff.
The peer added: "If I was News Corp or BSkyB, I would think this means there is going to be an even more objective look at the decision than otherwise because the one thing that will be absolutely clear is that he cannot be shown to show any bias against them, particularly in view of what he's said".
A recall bias could be suspected in view of the study design, which would have led to underestimate a negative association.
With regard to potential sources of biases, selection or recruitment bias appeared to be minimal in view of the low refusal rate among participants.
In another study using a questionnaire-based MetS assessment similar to ours, and reporting a positive association especially in low-grade cases [ 43], selection (or classification) biases can be suspected in view of the very low MetS prevalence and of socioeconomic differences between cases and hospitalized controls.
