Walter Isaacson

Biographer Walter Isaacson's latest book tells the story of biochemist Jennifer Doudna. She helped develop a controversial tool that has the power to transform the human race. CRISPR can edit genes to cure diseases but can also be used to create designer babies.

In 2017, Jennifer Doudna spoke with Walter Isaacson, then president of the Aspen Institute, about gene editing and what it could mean to have the power to control evolution.

Walter Isaacson points out a puzzle for viewers of Leonardo Da Vinci’s Salvator Mundi painting.

Walter Isaacson speaks with David Rubenstein about his new book on the life of Leonardo da Vinci.

Jennifer Doudna speaks with Walter Isaacson about the latest technological developments in gene editing and the unthinkable power to control evolution.

Featuring Andrew Lack and Rebecca Blumenstein in conversation with Walter Isaacson.