From eradicating disease to selecting a child's traits, gene editing gives humans the chance to hack biology. Meet the real people behind the science.
Cast: Kevin Esvelt, Aaron Traywick, David Ishee
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Limited Series
4 episodes
1. Cut, Paste, LifeGene-editing technologies promise to eliminate diseases, and biohackers push for access while scientists grapple with formidable ethical questions.TV-MACC1 h 10 minOct 18, 2019
2. The First to TryNew gene therapies may change the lives of Jackson, Nick and Tristan. But on this risky frontier, nothing is guaranteed, and the price can be steep.TV-MACC1 h 3 minOct 18, 2019
3. Changing an Entire SpeciesUsing gene drive technology, humans have the chance to shape -- and eradicate -- whole species. But the implications alarm bioethicists and activists.TV-MACC1 h 2 minOct 18, 2019
4. Our Next GenerationAs Jackson gets ready for surgery, Maria and Victor await their “three-person baby” at a Ukrainian clinic that uses pronuclear transfer technology.TV-MACC1 h 8 minOct 18, 2019
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From eradicating disease to selecting a child's traits, gene editing gives humans the chance to hack biology. Meet the real people behind the science.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Leeor Kaufman, Joe Egender
- Studio
- Radley Studios, Reel Peak Film, Twist & Turn Films
