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My wife says I don't apologize enough, but when I do, I mean it.

Anyhow, an immunologist predicting pandemics is not surprising. History is full of 'em, and it stands to reason more history will unfold.

I'd expect a nuclear proliferation expert to predict future nuclear warfare. The odds of something occuring approaches 100% as time approaches infinity. Given that we've already demonstrated nuclear warfare, it seems likely to occur again.

An AI expert will warn of programs that act adversely to human interests.

Climatologists will warn of catastrophic weather.

Astronomers will warn of catastrophic meteorite impacts or solar weather.

When these things occur, they represent correct predictions, not a plan.