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Understanding Ecological Impacts of Microbial Eradication

The eradication of microorganisms like smallpox raises questions about potential ecological impacts. Scientists have achieved complete ecological extinction of a microorganism, but the broader ecological consequences are not well understood. There is a need to assess the effects of microbial eradication on ecosystems and to consider whether such actions could have unintended consequences.

Science, Biology, Ecology