Scenarios about 'scientific breakthrough'
Scientific breakthroughs are transformative discoveries or innovations that fundamentally advance human knowledge and capabilities in various fields of science. These pivotal moments, from the discovery of penicillin to the development of quantum mechanics, often reshape our understanding of the natural world and enable new technologies that alter the course of human development. In alternate history scenarios, different timing or attribution of scientific breakthroughs can dramatically reshape technological development paths, military capabilities, and societal evolution.
What If Cold Fusion Actually Worked?
Exploring the alternate timeline where the 1989 cold fusion announcement led to a verified, revolutionary energy technology that transformed global energy production, economics, and geopolitics.