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Outrage as scientists push to create ticks that spread red-meat allergies: 'Isn't this biological terrorism?'
Scientists are pushing to create ticks that spread red-meat allergies, sparking public outrage and comparisons to biological terrorism. Critics question the ethical implications of the research.
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