Brave New Planet
RES.7-003 · Biology · Non-Credit · Fall 2020
Prof. Eric Lander
<p>Utopia or dystopia? It’s up to us.</p> <p>In the 21st century, powerful technologies have been appearing at a breathtaking pace—related to the internet, artificial intelligence, genetic engineering, and more. They have amazing potential upsides, but we can’t ignore the serious risks that come with them.</p> <p><em>Brave New Planet</em> is a podcast that delves deep into the most exciting and challenging scientific frontiers, helping us understand them and grapple with their implications. Dr.…
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