Genome editing: Where do we draw the line?

When:
October 9, 2017 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
2017-10-09T19:00:00+01:00
2017-10-09T20:30:00+01:00
Where:
The Royal Institution
21 Albemarle St
Mayfair, London W1S
UK
Cost:
£16/£10 conc.
Contact:
Public Programmes
02074092992

Genome editing is a rapidly expanding field with the potential to improve the health of millions of people worldwide. But could genome editing one day be used not just to improve health, but also to improve longevity? Alter aesthetics not just ailments? Be used to increase height, decrease weight or even change personalities? Find out about the science and ethics of genome editing from a panel of leading geneticists.

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Event image by Steve Jurvetson via Flickr