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While thinking about it:

My claim was really totally unsubstantiated, because I have no idea how much is spent on human safety. I just assumed because I read about that regularily.

It might very well be that the actual investment is miniscule when compared to the technology spending.

Your other points are definitely valid as well.

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Your point is still important, whether or not it is valid, because it represents a not-uncommon sentiment in the public. It's up to many researchers to try to make the results and potential of their work accessible to the public. The best mentors I've seen are always able to transfer their own excitement for their work to others.

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