CRISPR and the Future of Human Evolution

The video explores the potential of genetic modification, focusing on CRISPR technology. It discusses how humans have influenced evolution, the principles of mutation and selection, and the advancements in genetic engineering. CRISPR, a precise tool for genome editing, is explained, highlighting its applications and ethical considerations. The video raises questions about the future of genetic editing and its impact on human evolution.

What has allowed humans to take control of their own evolution?

• Natural selection

• Genetic modification

• Random mutations

• Environmental changes

What was a limitation of early methods to induce mutations before CRISPR?

• They were too precise

• They were too expensive

• They always led to superpowers

• They were based on chance

What is the primary function of the Cas9 protein in CRISPR technology?

• To replicate DNA

• To cut viral DNA

• To create new genes

• To protect against bacteria

How does CRISPR allow for precise genetic editing?

• By speeding up natural mutations

• By exchanging DNA between species

• By reprogramming the target sequence

• By using radiation

What is a potential application of CRISPR in medicine?

• Increasing human lifespan

• Creating new species

• Developing superpowers

• Reversing single-gene diseases

What ethical question does CRISPR raise regarding genetic modification?

• Who decides what traits are desirable?

• When to start genetic modification?

• How to make CRISPR more affordable?

• How to increase biodiversity?

What is a concern about the accessibility of CRISPR technology?

• Only the rich might afford it

• It could lead to natural selection

• It might not work on humans

• It might be too cheap