comparative data analysis is when you compare your data or results. there is 2 more types of scientific investigations, descriptive investigation and experimental investigation.
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If a conclusion is valid, similar investigations by other scientists should result in the same conclusion.
Computers help scientists share data and ideas with each other and publish reports about their research
Comparative anatomy is the investigation and comparison of the structures of different animals. Scientists use comparative anatomy to study the difference between species and how they are alike in other ways. ~ann :]
There are basically two types of unethical behavior which may occur in scientific investigations. These are: taking credit for someone else's work, and falsifying data to support your theory when the actual data does not support your theory (or for any other reason, since falsification of data is always unethical).
It would make more sense if you asked, "How does scientific method help...?" Solving a scientific problem requires a rational, unbiased analysis of observations, experimental results, other's work in the field, etc. As well as required background knowledge! The key to it all really is logical, clear thinking and examination.