The CRISPR Revolution: Unveiling the Future of Gene Editing 

In this episode of High Strangeness, host Tony discusses the revolutionary gene-editing technology CRISPR with Kevin Davis, a renowned science journalist and author of 'Editing Humanity.' They explore the advancements in CRISPR technology and its applications in healthcare, genetic disease treatment, and agriculture. The conversation delves into the origins and development of CRISPR, significant breakthroughs, ethical considerations, and potential future implications. Kevin also shares insights from his extensive research and highlights the impact of CRISPR on global science and innovation. 

00:00 Introduction to High Strangeness 

00:32 The Evolution of Writing Tools 

01:19 Introducing CRISPR 

01:36 Meet Kevin Davis 

03:26 Understanding CRISPR 

04:28 The Discovery of CRISPR 

08:08 CRISPR's Journey to Gene Editing 

11:12 CRISPR in Human Cells 

12:54 The Rise of CRISPR Companies 

29:17 The Patent Battle 

33:36 Advanced Gene Editing Techniques 

37:44 Challenges and Future of CRISPR 

42:43 The High Cost of Sickle Cell Therapy 

44:19 Regulatory Bottlenecks and Fast-Tracking Therapies 

46:49 Global Disparities in Access to Gene Therapies 

49:05 The Complex Process of Sickle Cell Treatment 

55:05 CRISPR's Potential in Agriculture 

59:26 Ethical Concerns and Controversies in Gene Editing 

01:12:36 The Future of CRISPR and Gene Editing

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Kevin Davies

@KevinADavies

Author "EDITING HUMANITY: The CRISPR Revolution and the New Era of Genome Editing"; Exec Ed 

@CRISPRJournal

@GENbiotechjrnl

@hwaspeakers

Washington DCabout.me/kdaviesJoined April 2009