Explaining Apparent Superluminal Neutrino Speeds as Quantum Weak Measurement

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The discussion centers on the paper titled "Explaining Apparent Superluminal Neutrino Speeds as Quantum Weak Measurement," authored by Sir Michael Berry, a prominent figure in quantum measurement theory. Participants express enthusiasm for the abstract's unconventional style while debating the appropriateness of the term "superluminal." The consensus suggests that the paper's acceptance for publication is likely due to Berry's established reputation and the conventional nature of the paper's content. Overall, the conversation highlights the intersection of humor and serious scientific discourse.

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Title: Can apparent superluminal neutrino speeds be explained as a quantum weak measurement?

Abstract: Probably not

http://arxiv.org/abs/1110.2832
 
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Hahaha, that's awesome.
 
That's brilliant! I hope it gets accepted for publication like that.
 
hahahahahaha that's epic!
 
epic. but "superluminal"? Yeah i get it, but it seems a bit obtuse.
 
Short, yes, but I see room for improvement.
 
It reminds me of an exam question that some philosophy student got full marks for ...
Q: Define risk.
A: this
 
billiards said:
epic. but "superluminal"? Yeah i get it, but it seems a bit obtuse.

That's the standard adjective to use in this case. Not obtuse at all.
 
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billiards said:
It reminds me of an exam question that some philosophy student got full marks for ...
Q: Define risk.
A: this

Or even, http://www.studential.com/bio/getps.asp?ps=1492". Philosophers seem to be very risky individuals.
 
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Jack21222 said:
That's brilliant! I hope it gets accepted for publication like that.

It might very well get accepted like that. Note that the first author is Sir Michael Berry from Bristol Univerist, (of "Berry phase" fame); so it wasn't written by some unknown PhD Student.
Berry is one of the leading experts of the world when it comes to quantum measurement theory, and the rest of the paper is quite conventionall when it comes to how it is written.
 

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