Episode 175: An Unsung Casualty of the Taliban Takeover: Scientists

Somewhat lost in the current reporting on Afghanistan is the fact that during the past 2 decades, science has once again blossomed in Afghanistan after being decimated during their previous rule from 1996-2001.  Many Afghan scientists fear for the future of science and education, and many want out.  More details in the podcast.  The article referenced in the podcast can be found online at: https://www.sciencemag.org/news/2021/08/i-don-t-want-die-afghan-researchers-fear-their-safety-and-future-science