A Crack In Creation by Kelly Doudna
Gene Editing and the Unthinkable Power to Control Evolution
A scientist’s-eye account of the rise of CRISPR gene editing, this narrative explains how a bacterial defense mechanism became a precise tool to cut and rewrite DNA, opening possibilities to cure genetic diseases, transform agriculture, and advance research. It blends personal discovery with accessible science while confronting the profound ethical stakes and potential risks, urging careful global stewardship of a technology powerful enough to reshape evolution.
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- 2017
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