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Is Gene Editing The Next Great Health Revolution? Part I

Mar 29, 2023
Shani Dhanda, an award-winning disability activist, Dr. Güneş Taylor, a postdoctoral research scientist at the Francis Crick Institute, Jimi Olaghere, a gene therapy pioneer for sickle cell disease, and Tom Whipple, Science Editor at The Times, delve into gene editing's potential. They discuss CRISPR technology’s revolutionary impact, the ethical dilemmas of 'designer babies,' and the societal perceptions of disability. Personal narratives highlight disparities in healthcare access, raising important questions about who benefits from these scientific advancements.
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