Navigating Bioweapons and Advanced Biotechnology

This chapter delves into the ethical and safety concerns surrounding advanced biotechnologies like AlphaFold, highlighting their potential to create bio-weapons and the necessity for regulatory oversight. It discusses the historical context of weaponized technologies while emphasizing the importance of monitoring new innovations to mitigate risks from malicious actors. The conversation also explores the burgeoning field of biodefense and the potential it holds in shaping the future of technology and health.

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