What If… Science Counterfactuals w/ Adam Rutherford
Past Present Future
The Science of Communication and Tragic Irony
This chapter explores the critical role of science communication in knowledge progression, using the Haber-Bosch process as a case study. It discusses the dual impact of this chemical innovation on agriculture and warfare, intertwining Fritz Haber's personal and historical complexities. The narrative reflects on how both scientific advancements and their timing could have drastically influenced global events and societal dynamics.
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