The Generation of Superhumans - Can We Edit Our Genes?

The Generation of Superhumans - Can We Edit Our Genes?
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New technologies have considerably improved scientists' ability to locate the genetic variations that distinguish our DNA from that of other people. In some instances, these genetic differences give rise to diverse superhuman abilities. There is growing interest in identifying genes associated with special abilities, many of which seem to be inherited. Some consider people like Wim Hof a.k.a the iceman known for the Wim Hof method as a person with superhuman abilities.
As for the future, according to prominent scientists within 30 years, it will probably be possible to make essentially any kind of change to any kind of genome.
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[@TheRockyCrowe]

‘The Boys’ already answered this question. Less of a ‘ _can_ we’ and more of a ‘ _should_ we’ problem. The technology surrounding gene editing is a gamble, we’ve no idea what unintended consequences may follow.

[@ittybittyshinystar]

If we can, we absolutely *SHOULD*. I see people saying they don't want to let this technology fix genetic diseases because of some straight-up fucking retarded reasons like "the right to have illneses and uniqueness". If I had been born in the future, with a preventable genetic disease, where gene editing was a possibility but someone said they fought so that it was abolished for moral reasons, I'd punch the fucker in the face

[@TheRockyCrowe]

@@ittybittyshinystar I totally get you. I want to see genetic disease eliminated too BUT the sketchy mechanics behind how we’re gonna make that reality is a major problem. Like for example let’s say we eradicate the problematic genes that lead to cerebral palsy, and it’s successful but then a decade or so later down the road those cured of this disease in utero are now dealing with other autoimmune disorders and/or cancers - because when one gene 🧬 is edited it can potentially unlock other expressions. That’s what I mean by a gamble. The issue with trans-human stuff like hulk strength or spawning wings or whatever is a whole nother’ societal issue altogether.

[@isatousarr7044]

The generation of superhumans through gene editing involves using advanced technologies like CRISPR-Cas9 to enhance human traits, improve health, and potentially grant new abilities. While the capability to edit genes offers exciting possibilities for addressing genetic disorders and enhancing physical or cognitive traits, it also raises significant ethical and practical concerns. Questions about safety, long-term effects, and the implications for societal inequality and natural evolution are central to this discussion.

[@AntoZeus]

Happy days, Learning time. 💚🇮🇪💚

[@Seventh7Art]

we need to get the mutation from the Immortal Jellyfish in order to reverse aging for good!!!

[@thetweakjunkie1576]

"We were so busy wondering if we could, we never stopped to ask if we SHOULD"

[@Kenny-tl7ir]

Of course we should. Are you stupid. ?

[@delkor007]

We definitely should

[@grial888fenixyahshuaal-mah3]

Lucy

[@albionicamerican8806]

People laugh at the idea of superhumans now. But wait until an enhanced woman goes into the mountains and creates an ice castle with her cryokinetic superpowers.

[@cryptowire]

Cathy Woods thinks this is the sector where we should be investing. 👀

[@lelouch9609]

Cathie*

[@RK-yu7mp]

Yea and she’s down bad in the market.

[@cryptowire]

You see the eyes right 👀 😂

[@IdowuAkinde]

I'm jealous of the next generation... I'd love to be alive when these possibilities become reality... 👍

[@warriorqueen44]

You can. Don't take the mark of the beast abd worship the antichrist on Sunday. Wicked will be eliminated when we enter New Earth

[@Kenny-tl7ir]

Aging will be reversed within 7 years.

[@IdowuAkinde]

@@Kenny-tl7ir 🤣

[@JarodM]

This was actually well put together, I found the information informative, thanks~👍

[@JesusChristDenton_7]

"When science is on the march, nothing can stand in its way!" - Paul Bartel

[@santiagohernandez4880]

Superhuman is a human being with intelligence

[@mosthated.e.2422]

Right

[@JesusChristDenton_7]

"Even though the future seems far away, it is actually beginning right now." - Mattie Stepanek

[@rickkowalchuk6391]

Amazing helpful possibilities!!!!

[@georgesos]

Maybe we ca . The real question is "should we?"... But i m just a greek philosopher,what do I know 🤔

[@istvansipos9940]

should we? What? How could any1 answer your incomplete question?

[@KM-04]

Love your videos! There like a dose of euphoria, especially when you talk about Genetic engineer, AI and Superheroes :P...Is it possible for you to talk about programmable matter? like the idea that in the future we're going to be able to engineer matter itself. Something like Transformium from the Transformers series. Keep up the great work! CHEERS!

[@jeffrey7938]

Genetic engineering of the human genome. What could possibly go wrong?

[@santiagohernandez4880]

No nothing gone wrong

[@santiagohernandez4880]

The genetic modification of the human genome is a superhuman DNA.

[@jeffrey7938]

Actually, us humans have such a great track record I can see why you all would say no problem with this, it will make super humans. Oh,but those ol facts about how humans have been so perfect and have always been able to know in advance what their actions will bring are non-existent. There is no stopping any of this, of course, but to believe humans can handle such power is childish, in itself. What Can go wrong, will go wrong, where humans are concerned.

[@santiagohernandez4880]

@@jeffrey7938 Yes like superheroes

[@Author.s_age_reversal]

I'm Ready to get improved

[@peterrayson4397]

I've heard of people who don't need deodorant (useful for space travel to say the least) and others who only need a few hours of sleep to function normally. There's no reason to believe that natural selection has optimized us for modern goals - we must carry the torch from here. Don't let so-called "ethicists" stunt our progress.

[@humann001]

Eddy stands 1.91m tall, yet he looks shorter than that and I think it's due to the size of his head. I wonder if there's a link between big muscles and head size? Can anyone shed any light on this?

[@fereyfazil2298]

I beg you wright the dialogue beneath the video for us that are hard in hearing. and let us enjoy of the latest science discovery. thanks.

[@barva1120]

I bet if there will be an analysis of large mass we will see that there is a location correlation to a certain gene exposure in people in that area - I have long thought that there is a predisposition in certain nations to certain kinds of sports

[@emilianohermosilla3996]

I’m in!

[@Dracarys_123]

I'm 26 can I modify myself . Can I cure my existing diseases and enhance my health. What does it cost .

[@10names55]

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[@HShango]

Nah, I think it is to do with their core energy more than genes

[@VivisSymphony]

Wtf is "core energy"?

[@Johnty270]

@@VivisSymphony he’s probably talking about some bs like a “soul” or something

[@grial888fenixyahshuaal-mah3]

transhumanism

[@Content4free78]

the impossible Superpowers would involve Cybernetic Modifications.

[@gymweeb9229]

Just quick FYI… Hall’s claim for his myostatin deficiency has never been confirmed. All that has happened is just him and his entourage saying that he has it… yet there are no medical records and he refuses to prove it lmao… Even though he is just a “put your money where your mouth is” type of guy.

[@Johnty270]

He’s a clown.

[@humbleandhonestthoughts7143]

I'm not asking for money I do believe I have to potential to trigger these genes by willpower since I was young I always pushed myself to the limits. I feel with a lab and many blood test I can produce these genes through meditation and focus and I believe my blood test will prove this I am currently focusing on this knowledge I do notice a big difference I even straightened my spine by myself and cured my scholiosis and made my bones stronger through rough conditioning my pain tolerance is higher and my given the chance I think I'd be a great candidate for the study of science based on myself no need of drugs I should be able to activate these genes and the blood test should show results

[@CHOCOLAROLL]

Holy delusional

[@enriqueac7641]

Or we evolve or we die

[@memphisakan4691]

So biblical confirmations

[@Slaphappy1975]

Adeptus Astartes incoming.

[@S1d-ney]

I didn't watch it all but I could write a book on my ability , I have a sixth sense , had it since I was younger , it was a pain in the backside until I learned how to control it , it's ok now I am older and I don't try to dabble too often . But I can vouch that having special abilities can be dangerous and people can be very unkind to

[@ryanmckenna2047]

Comparing an average jogger to the best sprinter seems foolish.

[@vivekadithya1272]

If we edit our genes we can create real life superman and Spiderman with help of genetic engineering

[@zhanatkaltayev3916]

Help me

[@poksnee]

In the modern world, the only really useful abilities or attributes are cognitive.

[@istvansipos9940]

no, they're not. HUGE money in professional sports, for example. And injuries, diseases cost a lot. Having 0 chance for diabetes would be nice, for example

[@poksnee]

@@istvansipos9940 If everybody was great at sports there would be no money. And money is not the most important thing in life.

[@istvansipos9940]

@@poksnee if everybody were super smart, that would not pay well, either. And the resistance against disease is still not cognitive, but it would be beneficial and useful. besides, when this technology becomes available, it won't be available for everybody. New technologies never are. Which means, that sport skills will be usefull. Even if money is not the most important thing in life.

[@Kenny-tl7ir]

@@istvansipos9940 if everyone was super smart, money wouldn’t even be a thing.

[@istvansipos9940]

@@Kenny-tl7ir I think it would be a thing. you raise chickens, the other dude makes chairs, a third one makes dolls. If everybody needs a chair, it would be pretty difficult to set a price in chickens and in dolls. And in all the other stuff / services offered by all the other people who need a chair. trade is essential for human society and we need money to measure our traded stuff.

[@armandoneri3607]

I can't see that happening any time soon. Maybe in two hundred years.

[@VivisSymphony]

Technology seems to advance faster and faster, so who knows

[@armandoneri3607]

@@VivisSymphony Dude, don't believe all this hype. Just think, how can they genetically engineer perfect humans when the only medication that these people have come up with for all types of arthritis in the last 45 years is Ibuprofen? It's common sense.

[@VivisSymphony]

@@armandoneri3607 Because a degenerative disorder caused by genetics can't be cured without the genes being replaced?

[@totalfreedom45]

Let’s develop and make available sophisticated technologies-life extension, nanotechnology, information technology, the singularity, CRISPR gene editing, robotics, cryonics, mind uploading-to achieve virtual immortality and create a superior posthuman species. 💕 ☮ 🌎 🌌

[@cathymiller2798]

Revelation 13:15 “And he had power to give life unto the image of the beast, that the image of the beast should both speak, and cause that as many as would not worship the image of the beast should be killed.” Transhumanists Do Not write The Future

[@jaylenadegoke]

I want to be as powerful as Superman 🤭

[@nakainorelation4001]

I'm as powerful as one punch man

[@bakatobijuu]

@@nakainorelation4001 nice dream 🧢

[@gaylecheung3087]

Artificially not Regina you can transition to be the opposite sex, Ain’t ain’t gonna change your chromosomes

[@aws0mo63]

wtf is this bs bro

[@RK-yu7mp]

Wouldn’t the greatly varying levels in IQ alone dictate that we’re more than .01 percent genetically different?

[@thetweakjunkie1576]

But IQ is tied to many other factors, not just genetics. That's why you see varying disparities around the world.

[@poksnee]

The video states that the difference is 0.1 percent...not 0.01 percent. But since 0.1 percent of the very large number involved in our genetic make-up is significant to produce a wide variety of humans.

[@RK-yu7mp]

@@poksnee Oh ok, that makes sense.

[@RK-yu7mp]

It will not take a relatively healthy person 9 minutes to complete a mile. More like 7

[@georgesos]

Then again,why would you want to do that 🤔.. The excuses and justification with "health" is a publicity trick. Remember, COVID-19 is probably a science accident (i hope so,otherwise we are in danger from the profit hungry greedy pharma.

[@HugoTron]

I´ll be breief: IF YOU WANT SOMETHING JUST DO IT so Yes.