This essay considers the influence of current scientific theory on the interpretation of extraordinary data relevant to anomalies, which are phenomena that cannot be explained by current theory. Historically, anomalies are great opportunities to encounter new science, and as such, they are often at the center of scientific revolutions. However, anomalies in the context of overconfidence in current theory can result in impassable bottlenecks seriously impeding scientific progress. Understanding these bottlenecks and guarding against them could dramatically change the pace and direction of scientific progress.
Kevin Knuth
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