At present it is prohib ited. But in theory it is possible to modify the DNA of human embryos .
If you alter the DNA of an embryo, you change the DNA of f uture generations as well. How can we incorporate the voices of those future generations into the choices we make today? In this ;interactive dialogue we will engage in a conversation with the future to better understand the decisions we can make today.
Britta van Beers, professor of law, ethics and b iotechnology at the VU department of legal theory and legal history, will guide us in ethical and legal opportunities and pitfalls in the future of human germline editing.
Moderation by Eef Grob and al so participating is Marianne Lamers, journalist NEMO Kennislink and M arcia van Woensel.
There are 2 DNA-dialogues, on April 14 a nd April 22. Each with its own approach so feel free to join part 2 w ithout having participated in part 1.
Everyone c an participate, no legal expertise required.
DESCRIPTION: If you alter the DNA of an embryo, you change the DNA of future generations as well. How can we incorporate the voices of thos e future generations into the choices we make today? In this&nbs p;interactive dialogue we will engage in a conversation with the future to better understand the decisions we can make today. < strong>Britta van Beers, professor of law, ethics and biotec hnology at the VU department of legal theory and legal history, will guide us in ethical and legal opportunities and pitfalls in the futur e of human germline editing. Moderation by Eef Grob and also particip ating is Marianne Lamers, journalist NEMO Kennislink and Marcia van W oensel. There are 2 DNA-dialogues, on April 14 and April 22. Each with its own approach so feel free to join part 2 without having par ticipated in part 1. Everyone can participate, no lega l expertise required. At present it is prohibited. But in theory it is possible to modify the DNA of human embryos. END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR