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The Future of Genetically Modified Babies
23:26 - 31:55 (08:28)
In the future, it may be possible to engineer children to possess certain traits such as high disease resistance and increased intelligence. However, concerns over the ethical implications of this technology remain.
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Despite concerns from individuals like Elon Musk, AI expert Nick Bostrom believes that AI can be controlled and is the next big thing for humanity.
23:26 - 24:42 (01:15)
Summary
Despite concerns from individuals like Elon Musk, AI expert Nick Bostrom believes that AI can be controlled and is the next big thing for humanity.
ChapterThe Future of Genetically Modified Babies
Episode#066 - Professor David Sinclair - Can Humans Live For 1000 Years?
PodcastModern Wisdom
George Church discusses the potential ethical concerns around using gene editing technology to increase lifespan, and if it could be weaponized by nefarious groups.
24:42 - 26:28 (01:45)
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George Church discusses the potential ethical concerns around using gene editing technology to increase lifespan, and if it could be weaponized by nefarious groups.
ChapterThe Future of Genetically Modified Babies
Episode#066 - Professor David Sinclair - Can Humans Live For 1000 Years?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The advancement in CRISPR technology has raised concerns regarding the possibility of creating genetically engineered babies capable of living an exceptionally long life, leading to the question of where to draw the ethical line for gene editing.
26:28 - 28:21 (01:53)
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The advancement in CRISPR technology has raised concerns regarding the possibility of creating genetically engineered babies capable of living an exceptionally long life, leading to the question of where to draw the ethical line for gene editing.
ChapterThe Future of Genetically Modified Babies
Episode#066 - Professor David Sinclair - Can Humans Live For 1000 Years?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The potential to genetically engineer unborn children to increase their disease resistance and intelligence is still in the realm of science fiction, but as technology advances, it raises ethical questions about what traits should be prioritized and the line between disease and preference becomes blurred.
28:23 - 31:55 (03:32)
Summary
The potential to genetically engineer unborn children to increase their disease resistance and intelligence is still in the realm of science fiction, but as technology advances, it raises ethical questions about what traits should be prioritized and the line between disease and preference becomes blurred.