Chapter
Establishing a Prudent Path for Gene Editing
45:30 - 52:23 (06:53)
In 2015, a meeting of eminent scientists discussed the need for global consensus on the application of gene editing in human embryos. They decided to establish a "prudent path" to ensure that everyone agreed on editing the heritable part of the human genome.
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The announcement of the gene-edited twins that was predicted and partially revealed by a journalist broke out in a conference, leaving the audience in a stunned silence after realizing the extent of the experimentation on the human genome.
45:30 - 46:24 (00:53)
Summary
The announcement of the gene-edited twins that was predicted and partially revealed by a journalist broke out in a conference, leaving the audience in a stunned silence after realizing the extent of the experimentation on the human genome.
ChapterEstablishing a Prudent Path for Gene Editing
Episode#533 - Matthew Cobb - Should We Genetically Edit Human Life?
PodcastModern Wisdom
Scientists and the public have been left outraged after a Chinese scientist used gene-editing techniques to create the world's first genetically-engineered babies, without consulting or informing the wider scientific community.
46:24 - 49:03 (02:38)
Summary
Scientists and the public have been left outraged after a Chinese scientist used gene-editing techniques to create the world's first genetically-engineered babies, without consulting or informing the wider scientific community. The experiment has reignited debates about the morality and ethics of gene editing.
ChapterEstablishing a Prudent Path for Gene Editing
Episode#533 - Matthew Cobb - Should We Genetically Edit Human Life?
PodcastModern Wisdom
This podcast episode discusses the aftermath of the 2018 CRISPR baby scandal, the ongoing regulations around gene editing, and the future of genetic technology.
49:03 - 52:23 (03:20)
Summary
This podcast episode discusses the aftermath of the 2018 CRISPR baby scandal, the ongoing regulations around gene editing, and the future of genetic technology.