This course explores the powerful gene editing technology CRISPR, its potential applications, and ethical implications. Participants will learn about the capabilities of CRISPR, its use in various scenarios such as disease prevention and agricultural advancements, and the ethical considerations surrounding its application. The course covers topics like eliminating viruses, modifying genes, and the regulatory framework for CRISPR. The intended audience includes individuals interested in biotechnology, genetic engineering, and the ethical implications of genome editing technologies.
Splicing and Dicing DNA - Genome Engineering and the CRISPR Revolution
World Science Festival via YouTube
Overview
Syllabus
What is CRISPR?
Introduction by Richard Besser
Participant Introductions.
What is so powerful about CRISPR?
How is CRISPR is used?
How will CRISPR help eliminate Zika Virus?
Modifying 60 genes at once in a pig.
What are potential agricultural advantages from CRISPR?
If you have eaten CRISPR cells?
Using a gene drives to eliminate virus?
Creating an off switch for CRISPR
How is it ethical to not rid the world of malaria?
What is the difference between editing a germ line and editing a cancer cell?
Why would the first CRISPR baby create backlash?
How do we regular CRISPR used in military applications?
What is the regulation to be expected from CRISPR?
What does a CRISPR-ised world look like?
Taught by
World Science Festival
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