Really interesting history of two impactful chemical inventions, and what they tell about the risks of innovation even today. It took me some days to read this amid distraction, but I'm happy I finished it!
A remarkable element: the number of times in this story that scientists asked the question "Will deploying this new technology end the world?", and took some time to reach consensus. Good that this question is being debated.
A fascinating tale of a well-intended man who did immense damage on the Earth and on humanity.
Also interesting how often DuPont seem to show up in these horror stories.
Thanks for posting! The lead poisoning stories sounded like a good premise for an apocalyptic movie, indeed.
Really interesting history of two impactful chemical inventions, and what they tell about the risks of innovation even today. It took me some days to read this amid distraction, but I'm happy I finished it!
A remarkable element: the number of times in this story that scientists asked the question "Will deploying this new technology end the world?", and took some time to reach consensus. Good that this question is being debated.