Sadeghi: Nucleus is the first company to optimize embryos for IQ
Kian Sadeghi · Nucleus Launches First Genetically Optimized Embryo · Sourcery with Molly O'Shea · Jun 4, 2025 · at 1:41
Kian Sadeghi (CEO of Nucleus) announces that Nucleus has assisted a couple in selecting embryos based on predicted intelligence.
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“This is the first time a company has partnered with a couple who have optimized their embryos on the basis of intelligence.”
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