In 1962, 186 scientists—including 18 Nobel laureates—clashed over nuclear...

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In 1962, 186 scientists—including 18 Nobel laureates—clashed over nuclear versus chemical rocket designs. It’s a messy reminder that even the world's brightest minds can stall progress when they are too busy defending their own pet theories.