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The Threat of a Highly Virulent and Deadly Virus
This chapter discusses the potential existential threat of a pandemic caused by a highly virulent and deadly virus. It highlights the rapid spread of the virus and the challenge faced by epidemiologists to contain it. The chapter emphasizes the need for stronger safeguards in biotech research to prevent potential accidental releases and the real threat of a deadly pathogen causing a global pandemic.