Episode 446
Gene editing human embryos
A British researcher has been given the green light to genetically modify human embryos
Naked Scientists, In Short Special Editions Podcast · The Naked Scientists
February 8, 20163m 46s
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Show Notes
This week, a British researcher got the green light to genetically modify human embryos - this is the first time that gene editing has been approved in embryos. However, it hasn't been met with open arms by everyone, with some arguing this is the first step to 'designer babies.' Graihagh Jackson spoke to Geneticist Andrew Wood to find out what exactly gene editing involves... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists
Topics
gene editingCRISPRresearcherhuman embryosdevelopmentgenetic modificationdesigner babies