Our Little Human World

Genetic Modification, Designer Babies and New Eugenics


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Genetic modification is becoming more advanced by the day – with more GM crops and animals grown every year. The technology is promising – but things get complicated when GM technology turns to humans. What would happen if humans used this technology on themselves? What is its potential?  Is it ethical? And can it potentially bring back a new wave of eugenics – reminiscent of Nazi Germany?


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GMOs are a good thing: https://rb.gy/1z7epx

GMOs explained: https://rb.gy/yp5tqz

GMOs and GM babies: https://rb.gy/ycje0x

The ethical dilemma behind designer babies: https://rb.gy/ikekhq

Dr. He and a failed genetic enhancement: https://rb.gy/p3skg8

Dr. He’s big genetic mistake: https://rb.gy/uu9z6y

Dr. He (again): https://rb.gy/szwla6

Victoria Gray and genetic engineering after CRISPR baby scandal: https://rb.gy/2yiaog

Designer babies: https://rb.gy/sslgyc

Eugenics: https://rb.gy/jbgyk5

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Our Little Human WorldBy Aastha Harlalka