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Understanding 'Nobel Disease': Insights Into Pseudoscientific Beliefs Among Laureates

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Understanding 'Nobel Disease': Insights Into Pseudoscientific Beliefs Among Laureates

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  • Nobel Disease, also known as Nobelitis, is a term for Nobel Prize winners who may accept unscientific ideas in later life.
  • It reflects the influence of factors like cognitive errors, feelings of authority, and the pressures of fame on laureates.
  • Notable examples include Albert Einstein and others who ventured into pseudoscientific beliefs post-recognition.
  • While it's debated if Nobel winners are more prone to this than others, there are observed negative effects such as reduced productivity.
  • Although no clear remedy exists, some laureates have claimed unverified health benefits from various treatments, highlighting the potential issues with authority perception.

For the full article, visit: Times of India

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