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The Danger of Sharing Gain-of-Function Research
The risk of pathogens getting leaked and the potential of the gain of function research being used by enemies make sharing the information a dangerous idea. COVID-19 was only a dry run compared to what future pathogens could do.
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This episode discusses the threat of synthetic pathogens being leaked or falling into the hands of bad actors who could use them for harmful purposes, and the reasons why some people continue to support their creation.
2:22:21 - 2:28:32 (06:11)
Summary
This episode discusses the threat of synthetic pathogens being leaked or falling into the hands of bad actors who could use them for harmful purposes, and the reasons why some people continue to support their creation.
ChapterThe Danger of Sharing Gain-of-Function Research
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PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker is discussing concerns about the release of certain information to rival labs, even though there is potential to improve the technology significantly.
2:28:32 - 2:30:09 (01:36)
Summary
The speaker is discussing concerns about the release of certain information to rival labs, even though there is potential to improve the technology significantly.