Synopsis

Humanity has long navigated a world fraught with peril. How, then, do we improve our chances of weathering the storms? In *Making Stuff Safer*, David Pogue delves into the pioneering work of scientists and engineers dedicated to minimizing harm. Some confront the ever-present threat of natural disasters with advanced firefighting materials and resilient building designs. Others labor on technologies designed to prevent terrorist attacks. A forthcoming vaccine promises to safeguard millions from