In recent years, knowledge of our genetic code has changed our understanding of ourselves and our lives. New genetic technologies promise treatments for otherwise incurable diseases, but these advances are also generating controversy, particularly surrounding issues such as cloning and designer babies.

Listen to the evening's frank discussions of this exciting science.

 

Running time: 1 h 28 min

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Speakers

Mark Henderson, Science Editor of The Times and author of 50 Genetics Ideas You Really Need to Know.

Sir Mark Walport, Director of the Wellcome Trust.

Facilitator

Fiona Fox, Director of the Science Media Centre.