
Criteria for Resolution:
1. Strong Scientific Consensus: There must be a strong scientific consensus that Stephen Wolfram has provided an explanation of the second law of thermodynamics from first principles (i.e., from a fundamental theory).
Clarifications:
- Strong Scientific Consensus: The resolution requires agreement among the majority of experts in the fields of physics and thermodynamics, as evidenced by:
- Peer-reviewed publications in leading scientific journals (e.g., Physical Review Letters, Journal of Statistical Mechanics).
- Endorsements or validations from reputable scientific organizations or societies (e.g., American Physical Society, Institute of Physics).
- Consensus statements or reviews from recognized experts or committees in the field.
- Explanation from First Principles: An explanation that derives the second law of thermodynamics from a theoretical framework that is considered to be fundamental. The framework itself must not necessarily be widely accepted, but must be at least considered falsifiable and not falsified.
- Verification: Evidence of this consensus must be found in reputable sources, including:
- Articles and papers published in high-impact, peer-reviewed scientific journals.
- Official statements or reviews from major scientific organizations or societies.
- Comprehensive reviews or meta-analyses in established scientific literature.