# Scientists produce less disruptive research as they age, but their breakthroughs are more likely to last

- Source: Phys.org
- Published: 2026-10-26T19:30:06+00:00
- Category: Science
- Original: https://phys.org/news/2026-10-scientists-disruptive-age-breakthroughs.html
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/scientists-produce-less-disruptive-research-as-they-age-but-their-brea-520600/

Science often advances in small steps, with researchers gradually building on previous discoveries. But every now and then, a breakthrough comes along that challenges conventional thinking and changes the direction of a field.

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