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Between the shimmer & the blinding
To edit, or not to edit. That is the driving question in Between the Shimmer & the Blinding.
Sam and Clara face a literal life-altering decision: to edit or not to edit their unborn child’s genes. While Sam struggles with the idea of erasing his family history after having lost his father to cancer, Clara reckons with the ailments they could help their child avoid. As the couple searches for guidance wherever they can, they see the fates they may prevent through the editing, amplifying the magnitude of the stakes.
Between the Shimmer & the Blinding exposes the irreducible tension of progress and uncertainty. Playing out over two generations, it will shine a light on everything you know about genetic inheritance, your connection to the past, and your influence over the future. You’ll be relieved this decision isn’t yours to make—yet.
A beautiful exploration of science through the lens of family, arc of history, and the experience of loss on many dimensions.
— Esther Krofah, Executive Director, Milken Institute
A captivating deliberation of nature vs. nurture that you won’t want to put down.
— Kelli Wright, Associate Director, Patient Advocacy, Day One Biopharmaceuticals
A relatable, nostalgic pull on your heart strings.
— Pamela Simpkins CEO, Mezzopointe, LLC. Pediatric and Rare Disease Biopharmaceutical Executive
A vivid story into the depths of what makes us human and the impossibly complex question of what power we should wield over life.
— Brenda Huneycutt, PhD, JD, MPH Director, Global Regulatory Policy, Merck
About Chris
Chris Lee has worked in more than thirty countries across six continents, investing in solutions to hunger, health, climate change, and a range of other critical challenges. His writing about the nexus of social, scientific, and financial innovation has appeared in popular outlets such as Reuters and The Hill, as well as professional publications including BioCentury, MIT Innovations, and American Banker. Over his career, Lee has served on various government, non-profit, and company advisory boards with a common purpose of attracting more resources to underserved communities. A University of Virginia graduate, he lives with his wife and children in Washington, DC.
