53. Gene Editing in Mental Health, and Three-Parent Babies
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Today, Evan and Tom delve into groundbreaking scientific progress, dissecting the implications of the first three-parent baby birth in the UK, the WHO's declaration signalling the finale of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the newly released reference pangenome. The spotlight, however, shines on a provocative topic: Can gene editing become a panacea for mental health disorders, especially in those scarred by traumatic childhoods? Listen in to hear their discussion.
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