Principal Staff Scientist – Generative and Synthetic, Genomics, Wellcome Sanger Institute, Wellcome, Genome Campus, Hinxton, UK
From gene editing to genome synthesis: the growing ambitions of genome engineering
Host: A. Muro
In the last decade, the CRISPR revolution has transformed our ability to investigate,
modify and understand genes, leading to develop promising treatments for several
diseases. However, the ambitions of genome engineering are growing beyond gene
editing. The emerging field of genome synthesis aims to build and control entire
genomes across the whole tree of life, holding the potential to revolutionize fields
like medicine, agriculture, and environmental sustainability. This talk will explore
the evolution of genome engineering, from the gene editing advancements to the
large-scale approaches and revolutionary applications of genome synthesis. I will
also delve into the ethical challenges emerging from developing the ability to build
genomes and explore possible ways to address them responsibly.
International Seminar Programme
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