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The unscientific history of cold fusion

Year: 2024

Type: conference-paper

Abstract: The announcement in March 1989 that sustained nuclear fusion reactions had been achieved in a table-top apparatus generated much publicity. The claims proved to be unfounded. How the evidence for these claims was presented provides a case study on unscientific methods and the breaching of scientific conventions. It will be shown how respect for these conventions is important to avoid similar fiascos.

Source: Journal of Physics Conference Series

Author: Michael Loughlin

Institution: Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Language: English

Topic: Cold Fusion and Nuclear Reactions

Subfield: Geochemistry and Petrology

Field: Earth and Planetary Sciences

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4404256627

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