Tag: genetic engineering
Don’t Let Profiteers Control Human Genetic Engineering
Aldous Huxley wrote Brave New World as a dire warning. But we aren’t paying heed.
China Turns Against “Rogue” Gene Engineer
Engaging in biotechnological and other medical research in China can free one from normal ethical concerns.
Genetically Engineered Babies Are Born: Life as Potter’s Clay
The birth of gene-edited children — which I discussed here just yesterday — has been confirmed.
Mouse Artificial Embryos: Human Experiments Next?
After going through the appearance of hand-wringing, I wouldn’t expect much of a problem if scientists said they really wanted to proceed.
Grappling with Embryo Research Before It’s Too Late
Scientists are making human “embryos” — cell formations that are not viable organisms — from stem cells, but which may be a step before making human organisms.