Summary:
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DIY Pharmaceuticals
The Four Thieves Vinegar Collective is making waves by teaching people how to create their own versions of expensive medications. This anarchist group provides guidance on making drugs like misoprostol and sofosbuvir for a fraction of their market cost. -
Innovative Tools
They’ve developed open-source tools such as Chemhacktica, a software for mapping chemical pathways, and Microlab, an affordable lab reactor. These tools help users synthesize pharmaceuticals from readily available ingredients. -
Ethics vs. Economics
The collective argues that current intellectual property laws are outdated and harmful, advocating for a more accessible approach to life-saving medications. Their methods, though illegal, challenge traditional pharmaceutical practices and highlight the clash between economics and morality.
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