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The Super Soldier Update

Stuff They Don't Want You To Know

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Superhuman Potential: Ethics and Enhancements

This chapter investigates the possibility of achieving superhuman abilities through mental training and genetic manipulation rather than mere genetic luck. It discusses real-life examples like Wim Hof, the role of the ADRB1 gene in sleep efficiency, and the implications of CRISPR technology for military applications. The narrative challenges ethical boundaries and explores the societal consequences of genetic modification, posing deep questions about the future of human enhancement.

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