Unnatural Selection

Unnatural Selection

2019 1 Seasons ⭐ 7.3
Documentary

From eradicating disease to selecting a child's traits, gene editing gives humans the chance to hack biology. Meet the real people behind the science.

Seasons

1. Cut, Paste, Life

2019-10-18

Gene-editing technologies promise to eliminate diseases, and biohackers push for access while scientists grapple with formidable ethical questions.

2. The First to Try

2019-10-18

New gene therapies may change the lives of Jackson, Nick and Tristan. But on this risky frontier, nothing is guaranteed, and the price can be steep.

3. Changing an Entire Species

2019-10-18

Using gene drive technology, humans have the chance to shape -- and eradicate -- whole species. But the implications alarm bioethicists and activists.

4. Our Next Generation

2019-10-18

As Jackson gets ready for surgery, Maria and Victor await their “three-person baby” at a Ukrainian clinic that uses pronuclear transfer technology.

Top Cast

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Kevin Esvelt
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Aaron Traywick
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David Ishee
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Jeffrey Kahn
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Tristan Roberts
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Josiah Zayner
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Jennifer Doudna

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