Episode 261
Dangerous biological research - is it worth it? (Kevin Esvelt)
Rationally Speaking Podcast · Rationally Speaking
November 30, 20211h 7m
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Show Notes
Kevin Esvelt, a scientist at MIT, argues that research intended to prevent pandemics is actually putting us in a lot more danger. Also discussed: Kevin's own research on engineering wild animal species. Are the risks worth the benefits?