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Social media. A video recently surfaced of He Jiankui wearing a lab coat and sunglasses, rapping alongside a group of dancers as he promotes a new gene-editing technology. The video, titled “Get in luddite, we’re going gene editing,” has sparked controversy and outrage among the scientific community.
He Jiankui’s actions have raised concerns about the ethical implications of gene editing and the need for strict regulations to prevent unauthorized and unethical experimentation. Critics argue that gene editing technology should only be used for legitimate medical purposes and not for self-promotion or personal gain.
As the debate over gene editing continues, it is essential for the scientific community to work together to establish guidelines and regulations that ensure the responsible and ethical use of this powerful technology. Only through collaboration and transparency can we harness the potential of gene editing for the benefit of humanity.
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The controversial scientist Jiankui He has been making waves on social media with his eccentric posts about gene editing. In a recent post, he humorously invites people to “Get in luddite, we’re going gene editing,” while sitting in the driver’s seat of a car, giving off Regina George vibes.
As you scroll through his feed, you’ll come across posts like “Good morning bitches. How many embryos have you gene edited today?” and “Stop asking for cat girls, I’m trying to cure disease,” followed by a playful “Meow >:)” in response to the cat girl requests. Each post is accompanied by a stock photo-like image of He in a clean, vacant lab or office space, adding to the mysterious and quirky persona he has cultivated online.
The tone of He’s posts is so outlandish that some have questioned whether he is actually the one behind the account. Journalist Antonio Regalado even reached out via email to confirm, prompting the account to post a screenshot of the email with a caption poking fun at the journalist’s request for “proof of life.” Despite this, Regalado remains skeptical and believes that the account may not be written by He himself.
In the midst of this social media frenzy, people are left wondering about the true identity behind the account and the motivations driving these unconventional posts. Is He simply trying to inject some humor into the serious world of gene editing, or is there a deeper message behind his playful facade?
As we ponder these questions, here are some articles that are making waves in the world of healthcare and science:
– “If Trump doesn’t fix this blunder, ‘People would die in their homes,’” – Mother Jones
– “RFK Jr calls autism an ‘epidemic’ and a tragedy. As an autistic journalist, I have some comments,” – The Independent
– “Five priorities to remake the FDA in a time of deep uncertainty,” – STAT
– “FDA making plans to end its routine food safety inspections, sources say,” – CBS News
– “Health care industry, worried millions could lose ACA insurance, pushes for Trump to delay changes,” – STAT
These articles shed light on important issues in the healthcare industry and highlight the ongoing debates and challenges faced by policymakers and researchers alike. Stay tuned for more updates on the latest developments in science and healthcare.
