Superhuman - genetic engineering and evolution

Technology has played a fundamental role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals, both by changing their inherent abilities and those that have been acquired. A recent exemplar of this progress lies in the remarkable achievement where scientists successfully established a connection between a paralyzed man's brain and a computer chip, resulting in the partial restoration of mobility in limbs that had previously remained non-responsive.
The influence of technology extends beyond the realm of healthcare, with a growing number of individuals utilizing medical technologies and pharmaceutical products to 'enhance' various aspects of their bodies and capabilities. This includes the use of drugs to boost cognitive abilities, dietary supplements, technologies that stimulate the brain to influence mood, and growth hormones administered to children with short stature. These intersections between healthcare and enhancement often result in ethical, philosophical, and policy dialogues. The ethical and societal dimensions of what constitutes human enhancement assume a paramount role in shaping the development of policy frameworks and regulations for emerging technologies. Much of the ethical discourse centers on genome editing within the human germline. Much advancement has been achieved by this technology to modify the human germline genome, such as increased muscle strength, memory, and intelligence.
Authors from Portugal and the United States confirm that the effective regulation of genetic engineering may necessitate a profound understanding of the links between phenotype and genotype, as well as the intricate interplay between the human species and the environment.