Conversation with Elena Conis – Author of How to Sell a Poison, 2024 Welch Award Recipient
Perspectives on Science
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The DDT Dilemma: History and Controversies
This chapter examines the complex narrative surrounding DDT, highlighting its initial acclaim as a 'miracle' pesticide and the subsequent recognition of its harmful effects on health and the environment. Through personal reflections and historical analysis, the speaker discusses the shifting perceptions of DDT, from its wartime rediscovery to present-day controversies. The chapter also addresses the implications of public health narratives and the consequences of dismissing dissenting voices in the ongoing debate about pesticide safety.
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