The phrase "contrary result" means that the outcome or conclusion is opposite or different from what was expected or intended. It suggests that expectations or predictions were not met. Full definition
He notes that simulations run with a low - resolution climate model can give completely contrary results from a high - resolution version of the same model. (phys.org)
I have read through the [op - ed article] and I believe that they have a point in that the climate community sometimes goes after authors who find contrary results almost like how the Roman Catholic Church went after heretics in the Middle Ages. (dotearth.blogs.nytimes.com)
Indeed, older research in animals using accentuated eccentric training, such as downhill running, has reported contrary results (Lindstedt et al. 2001). (strengthandconditioningresearch.com)