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Kerry Smith, "Predicting Disasters: Earthquakes, Scientists, and Uncertainty in Modern Japan" (U Pennsylvania Press, 2024)

New Books in Science, Technology, and Society

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The Turning Point: Pioneering Earthquake Prediction After the 1946 Nankaido Earthquake

This chapter examines the significant impact of the 1946 Nankaido earthquake on earthquake prediction research in Japan. It details how a timely warning led to a newfound commitment among scientists and officials to pursue structured forecasting methods.

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