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The Ethics of Synthetic Biology and the Settlement of Space

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Introduction

Summary

Dr. Lynn Rothschild is the dedicated faculty advisor of the Brown-Stanford iGEM team, Chief Scientist for Synthetic Biology at NASA Ames Research Center, and career astrobiologist. Her research interests include extremophiles and the effects of UV radiation, altitude, and other stresses on microorganisms.

(0:06) Why is synthetic biology good for space exploration?
Dr. Rothschild covers the three primary advantages of biological systems over mechanical ones in space- they can grow, self repair, and self replicate.

(1:51) What are the ethics of space exploration?

Dr. Rothschild expresses the belief that going into space is ethically sound. She also frames the concern about disturbing alien life in terms of scientific value.

(4:12) Could we genetically engineer alien lifeforms?

Dr. Rothschild discusses the possibility of engineering alien organisms, drawing parallels to research on Earth.

(5:40) What if life in the universe is truly rare?

Dr. Rothschild describes the ethical responsibility we would have to humanity, life on Earth, and life in the Universe.

(6:23) Any last words for iGEMers?
Dr. Rothschild’s advice on how to use the tools of synthetic biology.

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-Raymond McCauley is Chair of the Biotechnology Track and faculty at Singularity University, Chief Science Officer at Genomera. His interests include genomic medicine, DIYbio, the citizen science movement, and the future of humanity.
-(0:06) '''How should we address the human practices of synthetic biology?'''
+Dr. Lynn Rothschild is the dedicated faculty advisor of the Brown-Stanford iGEM team, Chief Scientist for Synthetic Biology at NASA Ames Research Center, and career astrobiologist. Her research interests include extremophiles and the effects of UV radiation, altitude, and other stresses on microorganisms.
-Mr. McCauley states the importance of communicating biology with the public, the ethical imperative to continue developing synthetic biology, and the need to plan for the future.
+(0:06) '''Why is synthetic biology good for space exploration?''' <br>
+Dr. Rothschild covers the three primary advantages of biological systems over mechanical ones in space- they can grow, self repair, and self replicate.
-(4:17) '''Humans, synthetic biology, and a changing Earth'''
+(1:51) '''What are the ethics of space exploration?''' <br>
-On the relationship between humans and the environment, Mr. McCauley notes that we live in an ecosystem, and that there are adverse phenomena that we must take responsibility for. We cannot simply say that we will modify life to our changed environment; rather, we have a responsibility as conservators on this planet.
+Dr. Rothschild expresses the belief that going into space is ethically sound. She also frames the concern about disturbing alien life in terms of scientific value.
-(5:50) '''What do you want to say to synthetic biologists about the future?'''
+(4:12) '''Could we genetically engineer alien lifeforms?''' <br>
+Dr. Rothschild discusses the possibility of engineering alien organisms, drawing parallels to research on Earth.
+(5:40) '''What if life in the universe is truly rare?''' <br>
+Dr. Rothschild describes the ethical responsibility we would have to humanity, life on Earth, and life in the Universe.
+(6:23) '''Any last words for iGEMers?''' <br>
+Dr. Rothschild’s advice on how to use the tools of synthetic biology.
-Synthetic biology will change the world during this next century in a way never before seen. Mr. McCauley describes the impact of this rapid transformation in the whole timescale of life and urges us to do good.
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