Hot Takes Night: Immunity
Hot takes : we're back !
Our last event was on Human Enhancement. This time, we’re looking at the ultimate weapon we already possess, and how we're about to completely re-engineer it: Immunity.
Our dinner series brings together scientists, founders, clinicians, and thinkers to debate the massive questions biotech is forcing on all of us, whether we're ready or not.
The format is simple: a set of hot takes, refreshments, and a room full of people willing to debate and ideate for an innovative and collaborative future.
The hot takes:
Engineering the immune system to cure aging is a recipe for catastrophic autoimmune failure.
The military will inevitably weaponize immune engineering for "super-soldier" bioterror defense.
Cold tumors are the ultimate barrier for immunotherapies, and we are nowhere near fixing them.
Apply to Join: Limited seats. We'll ask you to bring your hottest hot take and we'll debate them together.
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