Watch Professor Philipp Bleek and Alum Cyrus Jabbari Discuss Acid Terrorism

In the world of terrorism, the most dangerous weapons are those that are cheap, accessible, and effective—in other words, weapons that have the best “bang for the terrorist’s buck.” Acid is one of these, and acid attacks have surged in popularity in recent years across many parts of the world, which has caused fearful reactions from media and the public in countries like India, Pakistan, and the United Kingdom.