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These mad scientists need to be stopped. How about all research into gain of function, genetic engineering viruses, prions, etc. need to have a moratorium. Ther
by briantakita 5y ago
These mad scientists need to be stopped. How about all research into gain of function, genetic engineering viruses, prions, etc. need to have a moratorium. There is too much risk & not enough transparency on all levels.
We don't hear about all of the problems. I wonder what else is wrong and what happened. Whistleblowers need protection, not punishment.
- myWindoonn 5y agoLook up how fluorine, the "devil's chemical", was found and isolated: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fluorine#Isolation https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fluorine#Isolation They blew themselves up, or worse, in pursuit of scientific knowledge. Without their work, semiconductors and electronics wouldn't be possible, and we wouldn't be here on this forum. You don't have to sacrifice yourself, but don't infringe on those brave folks who are advancing our scientific knowledge by risking their lives. (Although if you're a lab-leak conspiracist, then it's probably too late.)
- alach11 5y agoThere's a difference between research on explosives (where the scientist risks their own health) and contagious diseases (where the scientist risks everyone's health).