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The Fast Evolution of Gene Editing and Its Implications for Society

The Fast Evolution of Gene Editing and Its Implications for Society

FromCommonwealth Club of California Podcast


The Fast Evolution of Gene Editing and Its Implications for Society

FromCommonwealth Club of California Podcast

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Length:
60 minutes
Released:
Aug 16, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Jennifer Kahn will update attendees on gene editing and gene drive technologies, which are quickly evolving. She will also discuss their implications for society, extending from their use in areas such as human fertility, agriculture and pharmaceuticals. Recent developments in China, where this technology was used on embryos, has raised concerns globally on the use of these technologies. Kahn is returning to the Club after her sold out program on this topic in November to update members on recent developments. Gerald Harris, chair of the Technology & Society member-led forum, will interview her; the discussion will be followed by a question and answer session.

MLF Organizer Gerald Harris

MLF: Technology & Society
Released:
Aug 16, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

The Commonwealth Club of California is the nation's largest public affairs forum. The nonpartisan and nonprofit Club produces and distributes programs featuring diverse viewpoints from thought leaders on important topics. The Club's weekly radio broadcast — the oldest in the U.S., since 1924 — is carried on hundreds of stations. Our website features audio and video of our programs. This podcast feed is usually updated multiple times each week.