277. Genomic Engineering - The Quest for the Perfect Human

When hear the term 'genetic engineering', what do you think of? Does your mind immediately jump to the extreme thoughts of eugenics and creating 'the perfect human'? Or do you think of more socially acceptable genetic modifications to treat medical diseases such as cancer and inflammation? Well regardless of what you facet of genetic modification you think of, genetic engineering in any form is considered controversial by many. So what exactly is genetic engineering, and how is it be using to both treat disease and to alter some of our available choices for the babies we are producing? Dr. Eben Kirksey joins the podcast.

Learn more about Eben Kirksey and his multiple books at https://eben-kirksey.space

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