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Human Embryo Editing

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"Controversial Scientist Resumes Genome-Editing Research After Jail Release"
science-and-technology1 year ago

"Controversial Scientist Resumes Genome-Editing Research After Jail Release"

He Jiankui, the controversial Chinese scientist who was jailed for creating genetically modified babies, has resumed his research into human genome embryo editing after his release from prison. He claims that his new experiments comply with ethical standards and will focus on treating rare genetic disorders. While expressing some regrets about the haste of his previous work, He remains resolute about its safety and validity, stating that the children born from his experiments have shown no signs of illness or off-target genetic changes. He also pledged not to create any more modified humans but believes that society will eventually accept genetic engineering of this kind in the future.

"Jailed Chinese Scientist Resumes Genome-Editing Research Despite Controversy"
science1 year ago

"Jailed Chinese Scientist Resumes Genome-Editing Research Despite Controversy"

Disgraced Chinese scientist He Jiankui, who was jailed in 2019 for genetically editing human babies, has returned to genetic research and opened three new labs to continue experiments on human embryos. He claims to focus on developing gene editing techniques for treating rare diseases and insists that his work will comply with domestic and international rules. Despite fierce criticism, he remains proud of his past work and believes society will eventually accept it. He had previously announced the creation of the first genome-edited babies using CRISPR-Cas9, leading to his arrest and trial for illegal gene-editing intended for reproduction.