Tinkering with Our Genome - Ethical Considerations of Genetic Modification

Explore the ethical implications of genome alteration in this thought-provoking TEDx talk by Ahmad Utomo, a professor at YARSI University and Postdoctoral Fellow at Harvard Medical School's Department of Pathology. Delve into the complex debate surrounding scientific innovation and its impact on genetic modification. Gain insights into the growing public interest in genome editing and the ethical considerations it raises. Examine the potential benefits and risks associated with tinkering with human DNA, and consider the broader societal implications of this cutting-edge technology. Engage with a critical analysis of the "yay or nay" arguments surrounding genome alteration, and develop a more informed perspective on this controversial topic in modern science and ethics.