Andrew Ellington

In this discussion, Andrew Ellington, a synthetic biology professor from the University of Texas, and Kate Adamala from the University of Minnesota dive into the intriguing concept of mirror life. They explore innovative research on creating living cells from mirror image molecules that could revolutionize medicine. However, they raise critical concerns about ethical implications and potential catastrophic risks if these cells are uncontrolled. The conversation highlights the necessity for public dialogue and careful governance in advancing this groundbreaking research.