Synthetic Virology: Why Do We Want To Create Viruses?

Virologists have been creating viruses from DNA since the 1980s. This ability, broadly known as synthetic biology, is great for research. But does synthetic virology have nefarious uses, and should we be more careful about where it is done and for what purposes? Virologist Vincent Racaniello will discuss the potentials and perils of synthetic viruses.

This event will be held at PicNic Cafe (2665 Broadway btw. 101st & 102nd Sts.), 212-222-8222.