A researcher confirmed her hypothesis by obtaining data through a scientific study. She published her work and results, while proudly stating she had developed a new theory. How would other scientists most likely react to this claim?

I think most scientists would not respect this researchers claim.

It doesn't seem like the researcher followed the steps of the scientific method.

1.) Making an observation.

2.) Asking questions.

3.) Forming a hypothesis.

4.) Conducting an experiment.

5.) Analyzing Data.

6.) Drawing a conclusion.

7.) Showing work to others.

Publishing his/her work would be the very last step after completing everything else.