The German Center for Research and Innovation (DWIH) San Francisco invites you to the second edition of Science for Society, bringing together experts from research and industry to explore the promise and challenges of genome editing and its impact on society.

The event will bring together distinguished representatives from the international diplomatic corps, including Spanish Consul General Carlos Medina Drescher, who will deliver welcoming remarks, Deputy Consul General Laura Muniozguren, and senior diplomats from the German Consulate General in San Francisco.

What We Will Discuss:

– The conversation will explore the scientific, societal, and ethical dimensions of genome editing, including questions such as:
– How is CRISPR changing medicine and our understanding of genes?
– What does genome editing mean for everyday people and society as a whole?
– How can we balance the possibilities of CRISPR with ethical and safety concerns?
– How can these technologies be developed responsibly and fairly?
– Why is international collaboration important for science and society?

Date: April 22, 2026
Time: From 4:30 PM PST
Location: German Hub San Francisco

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