The Next Best Version of Me

6/22/2018

This article discusses recent advancements in synthetic biology and the race to create a fully synthetic human genome. It explains how scientists are attempting to design and build a complete set of human genes from scratch in order to understand the intricacies of human biology and potentially engineer synthetic life. The article highlights the ambitious project called the Human Genome Project-Write (HGP-Write) and the ethical concerns surrounding it, such as the potential for creating designer babies or widening existing inequalities. It also explores the potential benefits, such as advancing medical research and creating personalized treatments. Overall, the article delves into the possibilities and ethical implications of creating a synthetic human genome.

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