[LeeE]

...and to use the TV you had to have a Modulator that you could buy extra

Yup, that sounds like Apple []

[saif saqlain]

i want to publish my own theory so i want you to helpme

[Soul Surfer]

you can go to the new theories page on this site if you want but you should make yourself a web page and explain your ideas.

[Anubodh]

Sir,l have posted my theory on dark matter after finding this discussion on google but there has been no replies since a week.So,it will be very helpful if you post your comments.Thanks in advance.

[Ian Scott ZL4NJ]

If you want to publish any theory I suggest you start reading publications made by others in reputable sites. IEEE publications are not a bad place to start. It is important to use clear English - no abbreviations as suggested by a previous post, avoid common slang and make sure your argument is clear, logically presented and coherent. You should start with an abstract outlining what you are going to say - usually 150 words, no waffle. Then begin with an introduction, followed by your main discussion topics, and a final summary/conclusion. Use citations from other authors so that you don't get criticized for plagiarism. If your theory is novel, explain this and where current theories fail. It is imperative to explain clearly how your theory explains observations that others do not. I suggest that you use definite examples, referenced to known facts and results published already. Arm waving and vague, unsupported claims will quickly result in your ideas, even if valid, being instantly dismissed. Writing a well positioned article is not an easy task, requires self scrutiny and if nothing else, the process of self appraisal will definitely fine tune your ideas into crystal clarity.

It is unlikely that anyone will steal your ideas but if you think you might have some commercial application later on, then considering a patent application could be worthwhile. A patent application is expensive and could cost $20,000 for example. However you can register (pre-patent) your application as being your own IP for ~ $50 from memory. This will at least time-stamp your IP. Also add a copyright symbol on your text to indicate copyright!

Finally, some publishers may offer to publish your theory for free. For example LAP may do this if you email the Editor. They will check your manuscript for suitability and if they accept it, will apply any editing required. If it sells, you may get a commission. However, your reading audience may be low in numbers! In any case, having ideas is to be commended, but effective communications is essential if you want to transport that new gem of understanding to other minds. Also, many ideas fall back to the drawing board many times before something realistic emerges - scientific discovery is riddled by such occurrence