Angus Dalton
Science reporter who investigates medical and scientific topics, including IVF and genetic testing, and provides reporting on ethical and social implications.
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Feb 22, 2026 • 19min
Designer babies: Healthier, better DNA? Or a gateway to eugenics?
Angus Dalton, a science reporter who investigates IVF and genetic testing, explores embryo selection and polygenic risk scores. He explains how companies rank embryos for many traits and the gaps in US regulation. He also discusses cost, racial bias in genomic data, societal pressures, and the tension between reducing disease and fears of eugenics.
