Genome editing

Scientist speaks at a podium.

China halts gene editing research after international condemnation of scientist’s claims

A Chinese scientist said he edited the genes of twin babies. Now the Chinese government has ordered a temporary halt on all gene editing research activities.

An illustration of small pieces of DNA at precise areas along a DNA strand

The first genome edited babies are here. What happens next?

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A human embryo.

New report gives cautious support for embryonic gene editing in humans

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