Fyodor Urnov
Professor of Genetic, Genomics, and Development at UC Berkeley and Director for Technology and Translation at the Innovative Genomics Institute. A leading expert in gene editing and CRISPR technology.
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Dec 3, 2025 • 55min
Bay Area Startups Want to Make Genetically Engineered Babies. What Could Go Wrong?
Join Dr. Fyodor Urnov, a gene-editing expert, Catherine Long, a Wall Street Journal investigative reporter, and Katie Hasson, an advocate for genetic ethics, as they delve into the controversial world of genetically engineered babies. They discuss Bay Area startups pushing boundaries in embryo editing, the ethical implications of such technologies, and the troubling echoes of eugenics. Through scientific insights and real-life experiences, the conversation raises critical questions about who gets to decide the future of genetics.
Aug 31, 2020 • 1h 20min
112 | Fyodor Urnov on Gene Editing, CRISPR, and Human Engineering
Fyodor Urnov, a leading expert from UC Berkeley, dives into the revolutionary world of CRISPR technology. He discusses how gene editing can cure diseases like sickle cell and HIV, highlighting its transformative potential in medicine. Urnov also explores the ethical dilemmas of designer babies and the public's perception of genetic modifications. The conversation touches on the urgency of societal implications and the need for regulation as we navigate the future of human engineering.
