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G. Owen Schaefer, The Conversation

Why the birth of first gene-edited babies in China has got the whole world worried and alarmed

The announcement of the birth of babies with edited genes has been met by a deluge of scientific and ethical criticism.

G. Owen Schaefer, The Conversation
· Nov 30, 2018 · 08:30 pm
In a world first, Singapore’s highest court rules that parents deserve kids with their genes

The court found that parents have a strong interest in a 'genetic affinity' with their children, one that can merit compensation if subverted.

G. Owen Schaefer, The Conversation
· Apr 04, 2017 · 11:30 pm
The future of genetic enhancement is in China – and not the West

Regulations, funding and public opinion around genetically enhancing future generations vary from country to country.

G. Owen Schaefer, The Conversation
· Aug 03, 2016 · 03:30 pm