"Reevaluating Matrix Mechanics: Its Modern-Day Recognition"
A study analyzes why Max Born's interpretation of the quantum mechanical wave function was recognized with a Nobel Prize in 1954, while his leadership in the development of matrix mechanics was ignored. The researchers suggest that historical assessments can reflect changing interpretations of quantum mechanics. Recent quantum theory de-emphasizes the wave function, bringing Born's initial contributions back into focus. The study highlights how new knowledge can reshape consensus about scientific paradigms.