Scientists Warn of Unprecedented Risk From ‘Mirror Life’ Microbe Research
A new report in *Science*, authored by 38 leading scientists, urges a halt to research creating “mirror life” microbes due to the unprecedented risk they pose. These synthetic organisms, built from mirror-image molecules, could evade natural immune systems, potentially causing lethal, unchecked infections in humans, animals, and plants. The report calls for a global discussion and requests that funders cease supporting such research until the significant risks are adequately addressed. While acknowledging potential applications in medicine and bioproduction, the authors emphasize the infeasibility of containing or controlling mirror microbes.
John Q. Hosedrinker