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NOVA

NOVA

1974Returning SeriesNext: Feb 25 9pm ET53 Seasons1017 Episodes7.0TMDB
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PBS' premier science series helps viewers of all ages explore the science behind the headlines. Along the way, NOVA demystifies science and technology, and highlights the people involved in scientific pursuits.

Season 47 · Episode 9

Human Nature / Gene-Editing Reality Check

Aired Sep 9, 2020at 9PM·1h 30m

With an extraordinary new technology called CRISPR, we can now edit DNA—including human DNA. But how far should we go? Gene-editing promises to eliminate certain genetic disorders like sickle cell disease. But the applications quickly raise ethical questions. Is it wrong to engineer soldiers to feel no pain, or to resurrect an extinct species?

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When did NOVA Season 47 Episode 9 air?

NOVA Season 47 Episode 9 aired on September 9, 2020 at 9 PM ET.

How long is NOVA Season 47 Episode 9?

This episode runs for approximately 90 minutes.

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