Designer Genes - Fashioning Our Biological Future
Explore the ethical implications and scientific advancements of genetic engineering in human reproduction through this thought-provoking panel discussion from the 2014 World Science Festival. Delve into topics such as three-person IVF, mitochondrial transfer, and the potential for customizing children's DNA with leading experts in genetics, fertility, and bioethics. Examine the history of genetic engineering, current practices in IVF labs, and the future possibilities of designer babies. Gain insights into the concerns surrounding these technologies, the ethical boundaries being drawn, and the potential impact on our biological future. Learn from the diverse perspectives of geneticist George Church, fertility specialists Paula Amato and Jamie Grifo, and bioethicists Sheldon Krimsky and Nita Farahany as they debate the risks, benefits, and societal implications of advancing genetic technologies in human reproduction.