TED-Ed: What happens if an engineered virus escapes the lab? | TED-Ed

The video discusses the Sverdlovsk anthrax incident, highlighting the dangers of bioweapons and lab leaks. It explores gain of function research, focusing on enhanced potential pandemic pathogens (EPPP) and the debate over their risks and benefits. The video emphasizes lab safety, human error, and strategies to minimize risks, advocating for international collaboration and robust pandemic warning systems.

What safety features are designed to protect against lab leaks?

What human errors have occurred in labs that raised concerns about safety?

What measures can be taken to minimize the risk of lab leaks?