Are We Ready to Edit the Fetal Genome?

The video explores the advancements in gene therapy, focusing on its potential to treat genetic disorders by altering genetic makeup. It addresses misconceptions about designer babies and emphasizes the current focus on treating diseases. The video explains the mechanism of gene therapy using viral vectors and discusses fetal gene therapy's potential and ethical considerations. It highlights research progress, ethical challenges, and future prospects, including the use of CRISPR. The importance of adhering to ethical guidelines and the complexities of gene editing are underscored.

What are some common misconceptions about gene therapy?

How does gene therapy aim to treat diseases like hemophilia?

What criteria did the UK's Gene Therapy Advisory Committee publish for fetal treatments?

What was the outcome of the 2018 study in Nature Medicine regarding fetal gene therapy?

What ethical concerns are associated with fetal gene therapy?

What are the potential risks of using CRISPR in gene editing?

What future considerations should be taken into account regarding gene editing?