I discuss the cognitive roadblocks that scientists erect when rejecting radical new theories, which in many instances eventually turn out to be true (including the awarding of Nobel prizes).

Campanario (2009) paper: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11192-008-2141-5

Emily Rosa JAMA paper: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/187390

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On the Dangers of Believing in ”Settled Science” (The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad_575)