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Attempts to create synthetic bacteria must be stopped as it could kill off humans, scientists warn

Sky News on December 13, 2024

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A leading group of scientists has said research aimed at developing synthetic bacteria should be halted because it could pose an existential threat to humanity.

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Publish date : 2024-12-13 16:28:00

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