Human genetic tampering triggers a cascading collapse of the biosphere where species progressively lose reproductive viability, forcing survivors to find a genetic fix before extinction becomes irreversible.
Models the worst-case GMO/gene-drive scenario: what if a genetic modification propagated through the biosphere and broke it? Relevant to gene drive containment, CRISPR off-target effects, and biosecurity.
Domains: Biotechnology and Genetic EngineeringExistential Risk and Civilizational CollapseClimate and Environmental Change
Scenario Types: Warning / Self-preventing prophecyCautionary tale
Outcomes: CatastrophicCautionary