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What's the right way for scientists to edit human genes? 5 essential reads

  • Written by Maggie Villiger, Senior Science + Technology Editor
Ethical frameworks, rules, laws: all try to have their say.Tati9/Shutterstock.com

Since scientists first figured out how to edit genes with precision using a technology called CRISPR, they’ve been grappling with when and how to do it ethically. Is it reasonable to edit human genes with CRISPR? What about human genes in reproductive cells that...

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