This seems to be even scripturally sound, as Christ gave instructions on HOW to pray, so it seems like there should be a method which gives a better chance of obtaining the desired results.
Praying "better" isn't gonna change God's will. Thy will be done. Ya know? Most people think they're more capable of doing their boss's job than their boss, cuz they can't see the big picture.
"Praying "better" isn't gonna change God's will. Thy will be done."
... isn't this scientific testing supposed to give us an answer to the question of the usefullness of prayer ?
Your answer would seem as if you have already decided that prayer simply dosen't matter.