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Nov 2025
2h 2m

What Embryo Selection Means for Humanity...

Chris Williamson
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Dr Jonathan Anomaly is a philosopher, professor and an author. What if you could design your own “super baby”? Imagine erasing genetic diseases, removing inherited conditions, and even selecting traits for beauty or intelligence. How close are we to making this possible, and what unintended consequences could this unleash? Expect to learn why embryo select ... Show More
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