Mon, Oct 19 | 6:00 PM
8:30 PM
Honors College, Room N106
Rewrite the Code? CRISPR, Gene Editing & the Future of Humanity
Participate in a comfortable and engaging discussion (open only to twelve students) over dinner exploring CRISPR, gene editing, and the rapidly changing possibilities of modifying human DNA. We will consider the use of gene editing to treat and prevent genetic disease, the implications of heritable genetic changes, and the increasingly difficult line between treating disease and enhancing human traits.
Students who wish to attend must apply.
Check your weekly Monday Newsletter for Registration Link.
Selected participants will be notified on October 12 and MUST confirm within 24 hours.
No STEM background required.
Dinner provided and catered by EFES.
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