LECTURE 14: Mutations

Discover the hidden power of mutations - tiny edits in your DNA that can change the course of life. From lifesaving advantages like HIV immunity and high-altitude adaptation to devastating conditions like cancer and genetic disorders, mutations are both the drivers of evolution and the source of life’s greatest challenges. In this lecture, we’ll unravel how mutations occur, their types, and their impact on proteins and traits. Through real-world examples like cystic fibrosis, sickle cell anemia, and antibiotic resistance, we’ll explore how these genetic changes shape life, fostering both resilience and diversity. Mutations aren’t just errors - they’re nature’s way of rewriting the rules of life.