2011-08-15, 11:48 PM
Raul Wrote:Actually, we don't know if it works until it's tested.
He's not saying it can't work, he's saying:
He's seen too many "miracle drugs" that will save everything, and is being a cynic about this one. Sure, it might work, and then everyone will be happy. If it doesn't work, he won't have invested himself too much in it.
"Miracle drugs", as in pseudo-scientific garbage? I mean, I'm not trying to throw anyone under the bus, but this is MIT we are talking about here.
And even if this isn't the "miracle cure" like it purports itself to be, it is still a major breakthrough and can pave the way for future medicinal-technology.