Sabine Hossenfelder on Physics, Reality, and Lost in Math
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The Diphoton Anomaly: A Quest for Truth
This chapter examines the diphoton anomaly in particle physics, highlighting the rush for publication that often prioritizes quantity over quality. It critiques the limitations of statistical significance in scientific discoveries and draws parallels with the reproducibility crisis in fields like psychology and medicine. The discussion raises concerns about the stagnation in innovation and the systemic issues affecting the integrity of scientific research.
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