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Kevin Davies      

Author of "Editing Humanity: The CRISPR Revolution and the New Era of Genome Editing"; Executive Editor at CRISPR Journal

Dr. Kevin Davies is the Executive Editor at The CRISPR Journal and holds the authorship of Editing Humanity: The CRISPR Revolution and the New Era of Genome Editing. He also has the distinction of being the founding editor of Nature Genetics. Davies, who has written five books, delves into the scientific, medical, and social impact of groundbreaking technologies in genetics, effectively bridging the gap between science and the general public.

His academic credentials include a degree in Biochemistry from Oxford University and a PhD in Molecular Genetics from the University of London. These strong academic foundations have played a major role in shaping his insights into the world of genetics. Davies' deep understanding of the subject and his knack for explaining complex genetic concepts in an accessible manner have earned him recognition in the scientific community.

Davies is a recipient of a Guggenheim Fellowship for his book, Editing Humanity, a testament to his ability to convey the significance and potential of genetic editing technologies to a broad audience. He currently resides in Washington DC, where he continues to contribute significantly to the exploration and dissemination of knowledge in the field of genetics.

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