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#118 – Jaime Yassif on safeguarding bioscience to prevent catastrophic lab accidents and bioweapons development

80,000 Hours Podcast

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Enhancing Safety in Bioscience Research

This chapter addresses the challenges safety personnel face in promoting enhanced safety measures in academic and research settings, particularly in bioscience. It highlights the conflicting career incentives researchers encounter versus the need for safety, emphasizing the critical importance of aligning scientific goals with public safety. The conversation discusses the necessity of global governance reforms and collaborative approaches to improve biosecurity and mitigate risks associated with scientific advancements.

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