[TIPS] Creating synthetic life?

http://www.ted.com/talks/view/id/227

First, I'll admit that I don't understand much of this. But, I DO understand that he's talking about creating synthetic life. Digitally. Creating synthetic life.

Before you panic, watch and listen. Using this process they hope to create 4th dimension fuels, ones that convert CO2 back into fuels. Sure beats the heck out of using food for fuel, does it not?

But, it sure is scary stuff. Fascinating. Wonderful! Powerful! Listen to the whole piece. This is HUGE!!! Send this to your favorite biology teacher.