# Piccadilly full of people and other foul things: On heroism and perversion in the post-pandemic era

## TL;DR

Science offers solutions to major global issues, but human flaws like ignorance and selfishness hinder progress.

## Contribution

Highlights the ethical and behavioral barriers to applying scientific knowledge effectively in the post-pandemic world.

## Key findings

- Scientific tools are available to address humanitarian and ecological crises.
- Ignorance and selfishness impede the optimal use of these tools.

## Abstract

Science gifts us the tools to solve the pressing humanitarian and ecological challenges of our time. But ignorance and selfishness prevent us from using science to the best effect.