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The Screwiest—and Perhaps Most Original—Idea of the 20th Century
FromThe Disappearing Spoon: a science history podcast with Sam Kean
The Screwiest—and Perhaps Most Original—Idea of the 20th Century
FromThe Disappearing Spoon: a science history podcast with Sam Kean
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Length:
21 minutes
Released:
Apr 26, 2022
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Podcast episode
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The New York Times one credited biologist Edward Knipling with “the most original idea of the 20th century.” What was it? A way to fight the screwworm, the vilest parasite on earth—and maybe stop malaria, the deadliest disease in human history, too.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Released:
Apr 26, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
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