The culture of synthetic biology and moonshots for a better world: A Leaps Talk with George Church, D.A. Wallach, and Kira Peikoff

In a time of global crises from health to climate, how can the scientific entrepreneurial engine drive better outcomes for society? How do we provide a return to investors, whilst maintaining healthy people and a healthy planet?  This conversation brings together a synthetic biology pioneer, an iconoclastic artist and investor, and a science journalist to explore moonshot thinking around grand challenges. We’ll explore the most promising biotech tools for future-proofing humanity, how start-ups can catalyze the process, and the obligations to ourselves and others as we develop a shared vision for our biological future. 

About Leaps Talks:

Leaps Talks bring together leading minds from distinct disciplines to discuss the ethics, opportunities, and challenges in biotech innovation and investment. Breakthroughs in biotech could change the world for better, yet raise important ethical questions that can’t be answered by scientists and investors alone. Leaps by Bayer believes it’s critical to engage society in this dialogue, and works with partners worldwide to stimulate these discussions.