Dr. Justin Schmidt is considered a connoisseur of pain to many. He has been stung by thousands of insects for science. He compiled the widely known “Schmidt Pain Scale for Stinging Insects,” based on his own sting experiences. Dr. Schmidt takes viewers into the field and shares his research and (painful!) methods from his laboratory.
Producer: Liz Scherffius
Videographer/Editor: John DeSoto
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