Can Scientific Belief Go Too Far?
Can scientists have too much faith, insisting that an idea is right despite contrary evidence? Marcelo says yes, which could pay off in the end — or be a colossal waste of time.
November 12, 2014
The Challenge of Betting on a Scientific Idea
In taking sides for or against a theory, scientists place their faith on an idea. Marcelo asks what happens when the idea can't be tested or validated. Is it still science?
September 17, 2014
Are Physicists Ready To Give Up The Chase For SUSY?
It's been four decades since the idea of supersymmetry was proposed as a better way to explain the universe. The problem is that we haven't been able to prove it.
May 10, 2014