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A billion years of evolution in a single afternoon — George Church

Jun 26, 2025 · 1h 33m
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  • George Church outlines massive near-term biotech payoffs enabled by sequencing/synthesis cost decreases, CRISPR, AlphaFold-type AIs, and multiplex experiments
  • Discusses de-aging, de-extinction, and biobots combining human and natural engineering as proximate breakthroughs within reach
  • Addresses dual-use concerns including potential for weaponized mirror life and other biotechnology risks

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