Genetic Engineering

Biological warfare, DNA alterations, artificial chromosomes, this has all become part and parcel of our lives as we move forward into the future. But what are the ramifications of playing 'Creator' especially as we tinker with the animals and plants we eat and use? Dr. Michael K. Hansen, a biologist and ecological entomologist, speaks to us of the science behind the stories of glowing beagles and engineered salmon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.