PLAYING GOD - The Story of Synthetic Life

The video explores the concept of synthetic life, distinguishing it from artificial intelligence. It delves into the history of chemical synthesis, highlighting the debunking of vitalism by Friedrich Wohler. The video discusses advancements in synthetic chemistry, including the synthesis of biomolecules and gene editing technologies like CRISPR. It introduces SYN 3.0, a synthetic genome, and considers future possibilities for synthetic organisms in addressing climate change and creating new species. The video concludes with an invitation to explore more topics on the Professor Dave channel.

What advancements have been made in synthesizing large biomolecules like proteins and DNA?

What is SYN 3.0 and why is it significant in the field of synthetic biology?

What potential applications could arise from creating synthetic microorganisms?