The Great Scientific Scams - From Snake Oil to Cold Fusion

What do snake oil, N-rays, and cold fusion have in common? They’re all cautionary tales reminding us why skepticism is essential to science—and to our future.

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The Great Scientific Scams - From Snake Oil to Cold Fusion
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