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What’s wrong with designer babies?

What’s wrong with designer babies?

A scientist in China says he has created the world’s first genetically modified babies.

Beyond Today · BBC Radio 4

November 29, 201818m 5s

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Show Notes

If He Jiankui really has created the world’s first genetically modified babies, it marks the beginning of a new and controversial chapter for the human race. It leaves us asking two questions: how did he do it, and are we ready?