Room temperature superconductor paper published

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The recent paper claims the successful synthesis of a room-temperature superconductor (Tc≥400 K) using a modified lead-apatite structure (LK-99) at ambient pressure. While the authors present evidence for superconductivity, including zero resistivity and the Meissner effect, skepticism exists regarding the clarity of their data and the authors' lack of experience in experimental superconductivity. The simplicity of the synthesis process raises hopes for replication, but concerns linger about the validity of their claims and the potential for false alarms, as seen in past announcements. Some discussions highlight the challenges of commercialization and the need for clear phase transition data to substantiate the findings. Overall, the scientific community remains cautious, awaiting independent verification of the results.
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Well, it sounds like we can stick a fork in it. At least until next time.
 
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Vanadium 50 said:
Well, it sounds like we can stick a fork in it. At least until next time.
But if it sticks to the fork doesn't that mean it is a superconductor?
 
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A lot of the Dias work is...um...troubled.
 

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