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The Century-Long Pause in Fundamental Physics
A century-long drought in groundbreaking discoveries in fundamental physics has been attributed to a mismatch between the accelerating pace of technological innovation and the stagnant rate of progress in theoretical frameworks. Theoretical models, once thought to be the primary drivers of innovation, have failed to keep pace with experimental advancements in particle accelerators and detector technologies. This disconnect has hindered the discovery of new particles and forces, leaving the field in a state of stagnation. AI-assisted, human-reviewed.