Unnatural Selection

Unnatural Selection

  • 2019
  • 1 Seasons
  • 4 Episodes
  •  7.076  (33)
  •   Ended

From eradicating disease to selecting a child's traits, gene editing gives humans the chance to hack biology. Meet the real people behind the science.

Unnatural Selection
Seasons
Our Next Generation
4. Our Next Generation
October 18, 2019
As Jackson gets ready for surgery, Maria and Victor await their “three-person baby” at a Ukrainian clinic that uses pronuclear transfer technology.
Changing an Entire Species
3. Changing an Entire Species
October 18, 2019
Using gene drive technology, humans have the chance to shape -- and eradicate -- whole species. But the implications alarm bioethicists and activists.
The First to Try
2. The First to Try
October 18, 2019
New gene therapies may change the lives of Jackson, Nick and Tristan. But on this risky frontier, nothing is guaranteed, and the price can be steep.
Cut, Paste, Life
1. Cut, Paste, Life
October 18, 2019
Gene-editing technologies promise to eliminate diseases, and biohackers push for access while scientists grapple with formidable ethical questions.
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From eradicating disease to selecting a child's traits, gene editing gives humans the chance to hack biology. Meet the real people behind the science.
  • Premiere Date
    October 18, 2019
  • Rating
    7.076  (33)