148: The Dark Side of Paradise: Inside the Rat Utopia Experiment
Jul 15, 2024 ·
16m 9s
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In this episode of Hometown History, we explore the Rat Utopia Experiment by John Calhoun in the 1970s, which examined the effects of overpopulation in a controlled environment. Known as...
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In this episode of Hometown History, we explore the Rat Utopia Experiment by John Calhoun in the 1970s, which examined the effects of overpopulation in a controlled environment. Known as Universe 25, this study provided mice with ideal living conditions, but as the population grew, social dysfunction and chaos ensued, leading to the colony's collapse. The experiment raised important questions about the impact of density on social structures, with parallels to human society and implications for our future. Join us to uncover the details and lasting significance of this thought-provoking study on Hometown History.Visit me online at itshometownhistory.com
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Author | Shane Waters |
Organization | Shane Waters |
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