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Re:LK-99 isn’t a superconductor – how science sleuths solved... by hirsin on Wednesday August 16, 2023 @02:01PM (#37151041)
It sounds like you were explaining it to people before it was confirmed - why did you do that? I don't really grok the emotional connection you seem to be talking about - how does someone pin their mental state so much on something like this (unconfirmed research)?

Is it the idea that there might be something great happening, and that we might get the chance to live in exciting times? I could see people wanting to believe in that opportunity.

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Re:LK-99 isn’t a superconductor – how science sleuths solved... by penjelly on Wednesday August 16, 2023 @02:26PM (#37151497)
we already live in exciting times. I wouldnt blame someone for explaining an idea that the scientists themselves came forward and claimed it as a valid result either. Blind optimism is NOT good in my opinion even if intentions are good
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