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  • Myth busting moments in the history of science

    Myth busting moments in the history of science

    By Jessica Sinn, College of Liberal Arts
    Published: June 6, 2011

    From Newton’s discovery of universal gravity to Einstein’s belief in God, Associate Professor Alberto Martinez analyzes, debunks and demystifies some of the most captivating legends in science.

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      Norman Kittmeyer said on Aug. 20, 2011 at 7:23 p.m.
      History reflects many theories and myths as it relates to Darwin and Einstein. The important thing to remember is that many of their theories have stood the test of time.
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      mtravers said on June 7, 2011 at 10:06 a.m.
      There are many myths in science my favorite is that Quantum Mechanics is the Theory of Everything. As an alternative to Quantum Theory there is a new theory that describes and explains the mysteries of physical reality. While not disrespecting the value of Quantum Mechanics as a tool to explain the role of quanta in our universe. This theory states that there is also a classical explanation for the paradoxes such as EPR and the Wave-Particle Duality. The Theory is called the Theory of Super Relativity and is located at: The Super Relativity Website. This theory is a philosophical attempt to reconnect the physical universe to realism and deterministic concepts. It explains the mysterious.
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