Unnatural Selection May 2026

The use of CRISPR-Cas9 allows researchers to manipulate DNA by changing RNA guides to insert specific sequences. In 2018, this led to the controversial birth of the first CRISPR-edited babies in China.

Human-induced evolution caused by unnatural selection ... - PNAS Unnatural Selection

The title is widely used across documentaries, fiction, and gaming: The use of CRISPR-Cas9 allows researchers to manipulate

Hunting and fishing often remove individuals with "desirable" traits (like large size or tusks), leading to populations with smaller bodies or tuskless offspring, as seen in Zambian elephants. Unnatural Selection

Some experts argue we are in an "uncontrolled evolutionary experiment" where synthetic chemicals and toxins reprogram our genomes, leading to rises in autoimmune and neurodegenerative conditions. 📺 Media & Cultural Works