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Rejection of new knowledge because it contradicts established norms. Tradition's immune system.
Slows scientific progress, maintains harmful practices, and explains why beneficial innovations face resistance.
Named after Ignaz Semmelweis, who was ridiculed for suggesting doctors wash their hands, even though it dramatically reduced patient deaths.
"Warning: Your thoughts may be more influenced by what you had for breakfast than you realise."
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