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510: Rob Reid | Why the Future is a Good Kind of Scary

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Pandemic Insights: Synthetic Biology and Societal Vulnerabilities

This chapter examines the evolution of synthetic biology in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and discusses the vulnerabilities associated with both natural and engineered pathogens. It highlights the potential dangers of future pandemics, the importance of proactive measures, and the fragility of societal systems, particularly food supplies. The conversation also explores historical instances of bioengineered pathogens and raises concerns about current biosafety measures in high-security laboratories.

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