The Disappearing Spoon: a science history podcast with Sam Kean

The Screwiest—and Perhaps Most Original—Idea of the 20th Century

04.26.2022 - By Sam KeanPlay

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play

The New York Times one credited biologist Edward Knipling with “the most original idea of the 20th century.” What was it? A way to fight the screwworm, the vilest parasite on earth—and maybe stop malaria, the deadliest disease in human history, too.

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

More episodes from The Disappearing Spoon: a science history podcast with Sam Kean