About this episode

This episode discusses the potential of genetically designed swine to provide hope for heart patients.

When Pigs Fly: Hope for Heart Patients in Designed Swine

Topics covered

• heart patients
• genetic engineering
• swine
• medical research
• hope

Keywords

• heart disease
• genetic modification
• pigs
• medical advancements
• transplants

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Indiana Public Media

Books & works: When Pigs Fly: Hope for Heart Patients in Designed Swine

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