958: Alison Young | Lab Leaks, Pandemics, and a World at Risk
The Jordan Harbinger Show
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Biosafety in the Balance
This chapter explores the evolution of biosafety standards in microbiology, focusing on air pressure management and the historical risks associated with lab exposure to pathogens. It highlights key figures in microbiology's safety advancements while also revealing a troubling culture of pride in risking exposure among scientists. The discussion raises critical concerns over the lack of accountability, transparency, and regulation in laboratories handling dangerous pathogens, underscoring the urgent need for improved safety practices.
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