Jennifer Doudna

Biology American 1964 100 quotes

Co-inventor of CRISPR-Cas9, revolutionizing gene editing.

Quotes by Jennifer Doudna

The ethical considerations surrounding gene editing are complex, and there are no easy answers.

Bioethics journal 2016

We need to educate the next generation of scientists and citizens about the power and implications of gene editing.

Educational initiative launch 2019

The discovery of CRISPR was a truly collaborative effort, built on decades of research by many scientists.

Nobel Prize acceptance speech 2020

CRISPR gives us the power to not only read the genome but to rewrite it.

Scientific conference 2014

The potential for misuse of this technology is real, and we must be vigilant.

Congressional testimony 2015

My hope is that CRISPR will be used to alleviate suffering and improve human health.

Medical journal interview 2017

The scientific community has a moral obligation to guide the responsible development of gene editing.

Editorial in Science 2016

It's an exciting time to be a biologist, with so many new tools at our disposal.

University lecture 2018

CRISPR is a powerful reminder of the elegance and ingenuity of nature.

Documentary narration 2019

We need to ensure that access to gene editing therapies is equitable and not just for the wealthy.

Global health summit 2017

The biggest challenge is not the technology itself, but how we choose to use it.

Public forum 2016

Curiosity is the driving force behind all scientific discovery.

Children's science book 2018

CRISPR has opened up a whole new frontier in our understanding of biology and medicine.

Research paper 2015

We must proceed with humility and a deep respect for the complexity of life.

Ethical review board meeting 2017

The potential for CRISPR to impact agriculture and food security is immense.

Agricultural science conference 2016

It's a privilege to be part of a scientific revolution that has the potential to benefit so many.

Award ceremony 2019

The ethical debate around gene editing is not a distraction; it's an essential part of the process.

Bioethics conference 2017

CRISPR is a tool, and like any tool, it can be used for good or for ill.

Public lecture 2015

We need to foster a culture of open dialogue and transparency in the scientific community.

Scientific journal editorial 2018

The journey of scientific discovery is often unpredictable, but always rewarding.

Mentorship program 2019