Will this idea for enhancing intelligence in adult humans through genetic engineering work?
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Resolves YES if they manage to elevate the IQ of five or more adult humans by at least one standard deviation. Resolves NO if the project is stopped or doesn't get off the ground.
I might slightly update resolution criteria if I hear good arguments for doing so.
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