Columbia University Scientists Achieve Precise Gene Editing in Human Embryos
By
Carl Zimmer
Half-baked but well-meaning. A passing snack.
Summary
Scientists at Columbia University have achieved precise gene editing in early human embryos using a newer technique, sparking both hope for repairing disease-causing mutations and ethical concerns about potential use for selecting desired traits. Lead researcher Dieter Egli called for public conversation about the implications of this technology.
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