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Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford

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Biotechnology and Public Fear in the 1970s

This chapter examines the intense public concerns regarding environmental safety and genetic experimentation during the 1970s, sparked by a mayor's objections to innovative biotechnology. It highlights the tension between scientific advancements and societal mistrust, drawing parallels to corporate negligence and historical fears surrounding experimentation.

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