# Description
Team members collaborate to prepare for a debate against a team from another chapter. The teams are instructed to take either the Pro or Con side of a selected subtopic.
# Theme
Topic: Biotechnology
Subtopic 1: Biometric identification poses a security threat within the digital world.
Subtopic 2: Gene-editing biotechnologies such as the CRISPR-Cas9 system, set a dangerous precedent for science applications in healthcare.
Subtopic 3: Brain interface technologies, such as Elon Musk’s Neuralink, provide a unique and beneficial solution to mental health issues.
# Careers Associated
Broadcast Media Specialist
Lawyer
Motivational Speaker
Public Relations Executive
# Oklahoma Eligibility
Participants must compete at the regional conference in their respective region. Entries are limited to the top ten winners from each regional conference.
(Any exceptions to this policy would be considered by a committee selected by the advisory committee. Exceptions would not exceed two additional students.)
# Coordinators
The individuals below is familiar with this event and available to give guidance. Please email them if you have questions regarding this event.
Stacie Andrews
stacie.andrews@edmondschools.net
Event Coordinator
Susan James
Event Manager