Ed Yong: Suicidal wasps, zombie roaches and other parasite tales

We humans set a premium on our own free will and independence. .. and yet there s a shadowy influence we might not be considering. As science writer Ed Yong explains in this fascinating, hilarious and disturbing talk, parasites have perfected the art of manipulation to an incredible degree. So are they influencing us It s more than likely. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference, where the world s leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their