Our report looks at the status of three emerging technologies, their potential implications, and considerations for policymakers and others: (1) Gene editing could improve disease treatment and prevention, and have benefits like increasing lifespans; (2) Manufacturing in space could allow more efficient production of higher-quality semiconductor materials, which could help meet demand for technologies such as AI; (3) Biodegradable bioplastics—plastics made from biological materials—break down more quickly than traditional plastics and may help reduce pollution.