We Are All Mutants - With Alison Woollard

This introductory lecture explains mutations, DNA, genetic diversity, evolution, genome sequencing, genetic testing, and CRISPR, with examples including fruit flies and discussions of medical benefits and public debate.

Syllabus

Introduction
Are there any mutants
What about the dogs
What does a mutation mean
The DNA molecule
How much DNA do we make
How does a mutation arise
How does a mutation change a cell
Fruit fly example
Mutations
Mendel
Charles Darwin
Natural Selection
Modification
Evolution
Nothing in Biology Makes Sense
Darwins Tree of Life
Darwins Tree
DNA
Fred Sanger
Whole Genomes
Typing
Genome Sequence
Fields of Biology
Medical Benefits
Genetics
Genetic Tests
CRISPR
Public Debate
What makes humans special
What makes humans unique