Secret weapons
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The secret weapon held by microorganisms in the 'man vs. disease' battle is their fast reproductive capabilities coupled with an ability to pass on survival traits to the next generation. This complicates man's development of new drug therapies as well as in combatting new disease forms.
Publication Name: Analog Science Fiction & Fact
Subject: Literature/writing
ISSN: 1059-2113
Year: 1998
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Evolution and ethics
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Through the years, many human cultures have died off as have many different species. Some argue that every single culture and species should be saved at any cost. If all were saved, however, there would be no room for the cultures and species that are now here.
Publication Name: Analog Science Fiction & Fact
Subject: Literature/writing
ISSN: 1059-2113
Year: 1993
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The efficiency trap
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Issues concerning the likelihood that mistakes can be made if actions are taken too quickly are discussed, including the need to consider risk when making hasty decisions.
Publication Name: Analog Science Fiction & Fact
Subject: Literature/writing
ISSN: 1059-2113
Year: 2000
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