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Life As We Made It
Book • 2021
In 'Life as We Made It', Beth Shapiro delves into the history of human intervention in nature, from domesticating animals to using CRISPR technology.
The book argues that humans have always altered their environment and suggests that embracing this role can lead to more precise and beneficial changes in the future.
Shapiro discusses various examples, including genetically modified organisms and their potential benefits, while addressing ethical concerns and the future of biotechnology.
The book argues that humans have always altered their environment and suggests that embracing this role can lead to more precise and beneficial changes in the future.
Shapiro discusses various examples, including genetically modified organisms and their potential benefits, while addressing ethical concerns and the future of biotechnology.
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