Recently, human embryos edited for first time in the USA using CRISPR/CAS gene editing technology. The researches have claimed that this is a technology for the future to prevent babies from being born with incurable diseases or disabilities. The researchers edited dozens of viable embryos and effectively corrected a gene mutation that causes hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. But further success with this kind of research is likely to raise the heated discussion on the ethical implications of genetically altering human embryos.
The main reason is gene editing with CRISPR/CAS system is not 100% full proof. So, some fear that small mistakes could lead to permanent problems in the human gene pool. There are also ethical concerns: bioethicists fear that gene-editing will lead to a world where parents will be able to customize their own “designer baby,” complete with specific traits. Share your…
