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Carl Zimmer on the Hidden Life in the Air We Breathe

Conversations with Tyler

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Challenging Science: From Human Trials to Whale Whispers

This chapter explores unconventional scientific views, particularly human challenge trials as a method to accelerate vaccine development, highlighting their potential benefits during pandemics. It also examines surprising scientific discoveries, such as whale communication and the public's perception of 'crazy' concepts, while weaving in personal reflections on political integrity from one speaker's upbringing.

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