Jonathan Anomaly
Philosopher and author focused on the ethics of genetic enhancement, serving as director of scientific research and communication for a genetics startup and author of Creating Future People.
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Feb 15, 2026 • 1h 22min
DEBATE: Is it wrong to handpick your baby's genes?
Emma Waters, a policy analyst focused on family and biotech policy, and Jonathan Anomaly, a philosopher and author on genetic enhancement, spar over polygenic embryo screening. They explain how the technology works and debate scientific limits. They argue about moral status, the ethics of selecting or discarding embryos, potential social harms, inequality, and who might benefit most.
